Limitations imposed by its subject matter make the book a dull read. Despite his limitations as a manager, he always brings projects to completion on time. acknowledge/recognize sth's limitations The UN must acknowledge its limitations, and avoid getting dragged into conflicts it cannot resolve.
A limitation is a restriction or constraint that prevents progress, growth, or full functioning of something or someone. It can also refer to a weakness or shortcoming that is typically inherent in a particular process, system or person. Limitations can be physical, mental, environmental, or imposed by external circumstances or conditions.