Drawback
Drawback noun - A feature of someone or something that creates difficulty for achieving success.
Pitfall and drawback are semantically related in disadvantage topic. In some cases you can use "Pitfall" instead a noun "Drawback".
Pitfall
Pitfall noun - A danger or difficulty that is hidden or not easily recognized.
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