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shortcomings
[/ˈʃɔːrtkʌmɪŋz/]
noun
pl: shortcomings (plural form)
deficiências
1.
The quality or state of being deficient; a lack or insufficiency in some respect
The report highlighted the shortcomings of the current system.
O relatório destacou as deficiências do sistema atual.
2.
A failure to reach a required standard or level of achievement
Despite her talents, she was aware of her own shortcomings.
Apesar de seus talentos, ela estava ciente de suas próprias deficiências.
3.
A weakness or imperfection in character or ability
We all have shortcomings that we must work to overcome.
Todos nós temos deficiências que devemos trabalhar para superar.
Synonyms
deficiencies
weaknesses
flaws
imperfections
failings
limitations
drawbacks
inadequacies
Antonyms
strengths
advantages
merits
virtues
perfections
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
deficiências
Most common and widely understood
Brazil
falhas
Alternative term emphasizing faults or failures
Portugal
deficiências
Standard usage in European Portuguese
Portugal
insuficiências
Alternative term emphasizing lack or insufficiency
Related Idioms & Phrases
acknowledge one's shortcomings
overcome shortcomings
address shortcomings
despite one's shortcomings
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