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downside

The correct spelling is downside.

How to pronounce downside

/ˈdaʊnˌsaɪd/
noun

IPA: /ˈdaʊnˌsaɪd/

Say it like: Dow-nsi-de

The correct spelling is downside. A disadvantageous aspect of something that is normally advantageous. For example: "The downside of obtaining a higher rank is that far more work is expected."

Usage Examples

The downside of obtaining a higher rank is that far more work is expected.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A disadvantageous aspect of something that is normally advantageous.
  2. 2.A downward tendency, especially in the price of shares etc.

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