Difficulty
Difficulty noun - Something that makes a situation more complicated or difficult.
Usage example: there was a minor difficulty when we realized that the store had already closed
Side effect and difficulty are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Side effect" instead a noun "Difficulty".
Nearby Word: difficult
Side effect
Side effect noun - A secondary and usually adverse effect of a drug or therapy.
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Synonyms for Side effect
Difficulty and side effect are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Difficulty" instead a noun phrase "Side effect".
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Both terms in one sentence
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Suddenly Shouting: Austin has difficulty controlling the volume of his voice after being unfrozen.Basil Exposition: The shouting is a temporary side effect of the unfreezing.
Source: Film / Austin Powers -
Sequel Difficulty Drop: An unfortunate(?) side effect of all the Anti-Frustration Features, it's surprisingly common to go through the game at your own pace and still end up with your 10-20 levels above the enemies in the area.
Source: Video Game / Pokémon X and Y
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