Weak

/wiːk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person or thing that is weak.

He is a weak in self-defense compared to his peers.

adjective

Having little physical strength or energy.

After his illness, he felt too weak to get out of bed.

Not strong in influence, effect, or force.

The argument presented was weak and lacked convincing evidence.

Easily damaged or broken.

The weak branches of the tree snapped under the weight of the snow.

Lacking in moral or intellectual strength.

She was criticized for her weak stance on important issues.

Not well or robust; susceptible to failure.

The company's weak financial performance raised concerns among investors.

Old English 'wēac', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'zwak' and German 'schwach'.

weak link

A vulnerability in a system that can be exploited.

weak spot

A particular area where someone or something is vulnerable.

weak sauce

Something that is unimpressive or lacks substance.

strength

The quality or state of being physically strong.

frailty

The condition of being weak and delicate.

vulnerability

The quality of being open to injury or attack.

Lame or unimpressive.

That joke was so weak, no one laughed.

Not cool or subpar.

His performance at the party was weak compared to everyone else's.