noun
downside
DOWN-syd
noun
1
A disadvantage or negative aspect of something otherwise good.
"The downside of remote work is feeling isolated."
"Every plan has a downside — you just have to weigh it."
2
A downward trend, especially in prices or markets.
"Analysts warned of further downside in the stock."
How to Use Downside
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe drawback or negative side of something.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
the downside is
downside risk
Word Forms
downsides plural
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Etymology
A compound of down plus side.