shortcoming

The definition of a shortcoming is a failing or something that is considered to be a flaw.

(noun)

An example of a shortcoming is when you are a messy and disorganized person.

See shortcoming in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a falling short of what is expected or required; defect or deficiency

See shortcoming in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A deficiency; a flaw.

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