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Disadvantage

ˌdɪsədˈvɑːntɪdʒ

Disadvantage definitions
noun
disadvantage disadvantages
  1. an unfavourable circumstance or condition that reduces the chances of success or effectiveness

    "a major disadvantage is the limited nature of the data"

    drawback snag downside stumbling block catch pitfall fly in the ointment
verb
disadvantage disadvantaged disadvantages disadvantaging
  1. put in an unfavourable position in relation to someone or something else

    "the pension scheme tends to disadvantage women"

    treat unfavourably put at a disadvantage treat harshly/unfairly put in an unfavourable position handicap inflict a handicap on do a disservice to be unfair to wrong