noun
a flaw or weak point
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Examples
- he was quick to point out his wife's failings
noun
powerlessness revealed by an inability to act
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Examples
- in spite of their weakness the group remains active
noun
the property of lacking physical or mental strength
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- 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
noun
the condition of being financially weak
Examples
- the weakness of the dollar against the yen
noun
a penchant for something even though it might not be good for you
Examples
- he has a weakness for chocolate