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/ˈwiːknəs/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The state or quality of being weak; lack of strength, firmness, or vigor.
Her weakness for sweets often undermined her diet.
A condition or quality that renders someone or something weaker than usual.
The team's weakness in their defensive strategy cost them the match.
An insufficient quality or characteristic, especially that which detracts from one's effectiveness.
He acknowledged his weakness in mathematics and sought help.
A personal failing or lapse in character.
She knew her weakness for procrastination would lead to more stress.
Etymology
Middle English wekenesse, from Old English wæcnysse, from weak + -ness
Common Phrases and Expressions
Achilles' heel:
A weakness in spite of overall strength.
soft spot:
A particular weakness or vulnerability.
chink in one's armor:
A small weakness in someone's character or in an argument.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
A tendency or habit that is perceived as less than strong.
Jack's weakness for gossip makes him the office informant.
An area where someone or something is less competent.
In music, his weakness is improvisation.