downside
/ˈdaʊnsaɪd/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #3662 in the learning path
缺点；不利方面
Definitions
n. a disadvantage or negative aspect of something
缺点；不利方面
Example
The only downside of this flat is the noise.
这套公寓唯一的缺点就是噪音。
One downside of remote working is that employees may have fewer opportunities to build strong professional relationships.
远程办公的一个弊端是，员工建立稳固职业关系的机会可能减少。
Collocations
- the downside of
- a potential downside
- on the downside
Synonyms
- disadvantage
- drawback
Antonyms
- upside
- advantage
Usage tip
常用the downside of/to sth，表示某事的弊端。
FAQ
- What does downside mean?
- a disadvantage or negative aspect of something
- How is downside pronounced?
- UK /ˈdaʊnsaɪd/, US /ˈdaʊnsaɪd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
