Debilidad (en. Weakness)
/deβiliˈðað/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
State of being weak or of little resistance.
The weakness of the material caused its breakage.
La debilidad del material provocó su rotura.
Vulnerability in character or morality.
His emotional weakness prevents him from making decisions.
Su debilidad emocional le impide tomar decisiones.
Weak aspect in an argument or reasoning.
The weakness of his argument was evident during the debate.
La debilidad de su argumento fue evidente durante el debate.
Sensation of reduced physical strength.
The illness caused him great weakness.
La enfermedad le causó una gran debilidad.
Etymology
From Latin 'debilitas', derived from 'debilis', which means 'weak'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
point of weakness
Vulnerable aspect in a person or situation.
punto de debilidad
moral weakness
Lack of firmness in ethical principles.
debilidad moral
there is no weakness
Expression that indicates strength or determination.
no hay debilidad
Related Words
weak
Having little strength.
débil
to weaken
To make something less strong or strong.
debilitar
strength
Capacity to do work or resistance.
fuerza
Slang Meanings
To be in a complicated situation.
I am in total weakness with this project.
Estoy en una debilidad total con este proyecto.
To feel emotionally overwhelmed.
This week I feel tremendous weakness.
Esta semana siento una debilidad tremenda.