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- DictionaryWeak·ness/ˈwēknəs/
noun
- 1. the state or condition of lacking strength: "the country's weakness in international dealings"
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May 28, 2012 · Learn the meaning of weakness as a noun, with synonyms, examples, and word history. Find out how to use weakness in a sentence and how to cite this entry.
Learn the meaning of weakness as a noun in English, with synonyms, collocations and usage examples. Find out how to use weakness to describe a lack of strength, a fault or a strong liking.
noun. the state or quality of being weak; lack of strength, firmness, vigor, or the like; feebleness. Synonyms: fragility. Antonyms: strength. an inadequate or defective quality, as in a person's character; slight fault or defect: to show great sympathy for human weaknesses. Synonyms: flaw.
The point where something fails to work properly or to hold up is its weakness. If a building crumbles in a storm, it's probably because of a weakness — a flaw or defect — in its structure.
an inadequate or defective quality, as in a person's character; slight fault or defect: to show great sympathy for human weaknesses. a self-indulgent liking or special fondness, as for a particular thing: I've always had a weakness for the opera.
13 hours ago · 1. the state or quality of being weak. 2. a weak point; fault or defect, as in one's character. 3. a. a liking; esp., an immoderate fondness ( for something) b. something of which one is immoderately fond.
[uncountable] lack of power, influence or strength of character. He thought that crying was a sign of weakness. Asking for help would be an admission of weakness. the underlying weakness of the coalition's position. In a moment of weakness (= when I was easily persuaded) I let him drive my car. opposite strength (3) Extra Examples.
