Downside — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈdau̇n-ˌsīd/ down·side

Meaning & Definition of Downside

Downside (noun)

  1. a downward trend (as of prices)
  2. a negative aspect

Downside (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a feature of someone or something that creates difficulty for achieving success

    "the downside of living in the country is, of course, the long commute to work"

    similar: debit, disadvantage, disbenefit, drawback, handicap, incommodity, liability, minus, negative, strike
    related: albatross, millstone, stranglehold, disability, impairment, failing, shortcoming, bar, catch, check, clog, crimp, embarrassment, hindrance, hitch, hurdle, impediment, interference, let, manacle, obstacle, obstruction, rub, shackle, stop, trammel
    opposite: advantage, asset, edge, plus
    near: vantage, head start, jump, lead, margin, start, ascendancy, better, command, control, drop, mastery, predominance, superiority, supremacy, transcendence, upper hand, prerogative, privilege, break, opportunity, aid, assistance, help

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Downside

The most common words with a similar meaning to Downside:

debit, disadvantage, disbenefit, drawback, handicap, incommodity, liability, minus, negative, strike

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Downside

Words with the opposite meaning of Downside:

advantage, asset, edge, plus

Related Words for Downside

albatross, millstone, stranglehold, disability, impairment, failing, shortcoming, bar, catch, check, clog, crimp, embarrassment, hindrance, hitch, hurdle, impediment, interference, let, manacle, obstacle, obstruction, rub, shackle, stop, trammel

Near Antonyms of Downside

vantage, head start, jump, lead, margin, start, ascendancy, better, command, control, drop, mastery, predominance, superiority, supremacy, transcendence, upper hand, prerogative, privilege, break, opportunity, aid, assistance, help

Origin & Etymology of Downside

First known use: 1905

Words & Phrases Containing Downside

on the downside

Frequently Asked Questions about Downside

What does "Downside" mean?

"Downside" means a downward trend (as of prices). As a noun, it is defined as: a downward trend (as of prices).

What is another word for "Downside"?

Other words for "Downside" include debit, disadvantage, disbenefit, drawback, handicap, incommodity, liability and minus. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Downside" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Downside"?

There are 36 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Downside". Common alternatives include debit, disadvantage, disbenefit, drawback, handicap, incommodity, liability, minus, negative and strike.

What is the opposite of "Downside"?

Antonyms of "Downside" include advantage, asset, edge and plus. Near antonyms include vantage, head start, jump and lead.

How do you use "Downside" in a sentence?

Examples of "Downside" in a sentence: "the downside of living in the country is, of course, the long commute to work".

Is "Downside" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Downside" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Downside"?

"Downside" is pronounced /ˈdau̇n-ˌsīd/ and divided into syllables as down·side.

What is the origin of the word "Downside"?

First known use: 1905.