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Meaning of the word downside in English

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downside

US /ˈdaʊn.saɪd/
UK /ˈdaʊn.saɪd/
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Noun

1.

the negative aspect of something

Example:
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The downside of living in a big city is the high cost of living.
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Every decision has its downside.
Synonym:
disadvantagedrawbacknegativeminus
Synonym:
upsideadvantagebenefit
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