weakness Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun a flaw or weak point
failing.
- he was quick to point out his wife's failings
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noun powerlessness revealed by an inability to act
impuissance; helplessness.
- in spite of their weakness the group remains active
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noun the property of lacking physical or mental strength; liability to failure under pressure or stress or strain
- his weakness increased as he became older
- the weakness of the span was overlooked until it collapsed
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noun the condition of being financially weak
- the weakness of the dollar against the yen
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noun a penchant for something even though it might not be good for you
- he has a weakness for chocolate
WordNet
Weak"ness noun
Definitions
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The quality or state of being weak; want of strength or firmness; lack of vigor; want of resolution or of moral strength; feebleness. -
That which is a mark of lack of strength or resolution; a fault; a defect. Many take pleasure in spreading abroad the weakness of an exalted character. Spectator.
Syn. -- Feebleness; debility; languor; imbecility; infirmness; infirmity; decrepitude; frailty; faintness.