1. a fault or deficiency; a failure to meet a standard or expectation

Examples

• The report highlighted several shortcomings in the company’s safety procedures.
• Despite his many talents, impatience was his greatest shortcoming.
• The new software has some shortcomings that need to be addressed.
• She was aware of her shortcomings as a public speaker.
• The study revealed shortcomings in the current education system.
• His only shortcoming as a manager was his reluctance to delegate tasks.