limitation

• Sustantivo que designa una restricción, límite o condición que reduce el alcance, la cantidad o las posibilidades de algo o de alguien, así como un defecto o punto débil.

A noun referring to a restriction, constraint, or boundary that limits the extent, scope, or ability of something or someone.

1. Restriction or constraintB2formal

   A rule, condition, or factor that limits something or someone.

   Limitación o restricción

   • The project faced a limitation due to budget cuts.
   • There is a limitation on the number of participants allowed.
   • Time is a major limitation for completing this task.

   Sinónimosboundcapceilingcheckconstraintcontrolcurblimitrestraintrestriction

   Antónimosadvantagefreedomlibertylicensepermission

2. Weakness or flawB2formal

   A lack of ability or a shortcoming that prevents someone from achieving something.

   Limitación, insuficiencia

   • His main limitation is his lack of experience.
   • She is aware of her own limitations in public speaking.
   • The team's limitation became evident during the final match.

   Sinónimosdefectdeficiencydrawbackfaultflawimperfectioninabilityinadequacyshortcomingweakness

3. Legal or technical boundaryC1formal

   A specific boundary or limit set by law, technology, or design.

   Límite legal o técnico

   • The software has a limitation on file size uploads.
   • There is a legal limitation on how much you can claim.
   • The car's speed limitation is set to 120 km/h.

   Sinónimosboundarycapceilingconstraintlimitparameterrestriction