What does shortcoming mean?
Shortcoming means A deficiency or falling short; failure to attain a goal or ideal..
Shortcoming
/ˈʃɔːtˌkʌmɪŋ/ · noun
Meaning
A deficiency or falling short; failure to attain a goal or ideal..
Example Sentences
They were behind twice, first to James Morrison's 11th-minute strike and then Kenny Miller's effort early in the second half. England responded with goals of their own from Theo Walcott and Daniel Welbeck and, on the balance of play, probably deserved the victory. On the flip-side, they could conceivably have lost because of their various shortcomings in defence. They also have a goalkeeper, Joe Hart, who is a danger to his own team on nights like these.
In truth, I suspect it will take more than the first term of a Labour government to address the shortcomings of the railway system in the North.
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- shortcomings
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for shortcoming?
Common synonyms include failing, defect.
What is the opposite of shortcoming?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use shortcoming in a sentence?
They were behind twice, first to James Morrison's 11th-minute strike and then Kenny Miller's effort early in the second half. England responded with goals of their own from Theo Walcott and Daniel Welbeck and, on the balance of play, probably deserved the victory. On the flip-side, they could conceivably have lost because of their various shortcomings in defence. They also have a goalkeeper, Joe Hart, who is a danger to his own team on nights like these.
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