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cons

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈkɑnz// UK //kˈɒnz// cons

n. the negative points or disadvantages of a situation. You usually use this word when you are comparing the good and bad parts of a choice.

n. the arguments or factors against a particular proposal or course of action. Frequently paired with 'pros' to form a balanced evaluation of a subject.


SIMPLE

We need to weigh the pros and cons before deciding.

CONTEXTUAL

The committee spent the afternoon listing the cons of moving the headquarters to a more expensive city.

COMPLEX

While the technological benefits of the upgrade were clear, the financial cons proved too significant for the board to approve the expenditure this quarter.

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Almost exclusively used in the plural form; often functions as part of the fixed phrase 'pros and cons'.

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