Synonyms

  disadvantage (something that causes problems or reduces the chances of success or effectiveness): The main disadvantage of the area is the lack of parking spaces. drawback (a disadvantage that makes something less useful than it could be): It’s a good place to live – the only drawback is the …

get synonyms get (come to have, become the owner or user of): You get $20 an hour. Where did you get that sweater? obtain formal (to get something, usually through effort): I finally managed to obtain a visa to visit the US. gain (to get something): You can gain invaluable …

  follow (to come or go after): I’ll take you there. Follow me, please. pursue formal (to follow in order to catch or attack): Police pursued the bank robbers for miles. chase (to run after someone in order to catch them): The kids chased each other in the backyard. hunt …

  difficult (not easy to do or understand): It was a very difficult job. The exam questions were a bit difficult. hard (difficult): That is a very hard task. tough (very difficult to do or deal with): It is very tough to quit smoking. challenging (difficult in a way that …

  excellent (extremely good): Your English is excellent. great informal (extremely good): We had a great time in Paris. wonderful informal (extremely good, pleasant): The weather here is wonderful. fantastic informal (extremely good, enjoyable): It is a truly fantastic place to stay. terrific informal (extremely good, wonderful): We had a …