pros and cons

plural noun

1

: arguments for and against

—often + of

Congress weighed the pros and cons of the new tax plan.

2

: good points and bad points

Each technology has its pros and cons.

Examples of pros and cons in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This plugs directly into a wall outlet, as opposed to most charging bricks, which has its pros and cons. —Michael J. Miller, PCMAG, 31 Mar. 2023

And there are certainly pros and cons to it. —Jenelle Riley, Variety, 24 Mar. 2023

For example, write the list of choices, pros and cons and outcomes. —Expert Panel®, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2023

There are pros and cons to both silhouettes. —Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2023

Both types of sun protection have their pros and cons. —Claire Gillespie, Health, 24 Mar. 2023

Yes | Oscillation: Yes Things to Consider Before Buying a Fan Style There are several popular styles of fans available today, all of which have their own pros and cons. —Camryn Rabideau, Peoplemag, 16 Mar. 2023

Debates about abolishing semiannual clock shifts have raised concerns about everything from teens' sleep habits to the sanctity of Jewish prayer, with pros and cons tied to any suggestion. —Scott Dance, BostonGlobe.com, 10 Mar. 2023

From full-time in-person, hybrid, or fully remote, each model has its pros and cons, depending on the type of industry, the need for face-to-face interactions with customers, and the real estate holdings a company might be stuck with. —Serenity Gibbons, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2023