English to English
weakness
('w/i/kn/I/s
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noun (n)
- powerlessness revealed by an inability to act(noun.attribute)Example:
In spite of their weakness the group remains active.
source: wordnet30 - the property of lacking physical or mental strength; liability to failure under pressure or stress or strain(noun.attribute)Example:
His weakness increased as he became older.
The weakness of the span was overlooked until it collapsed.
source: wordnet30 - the condition of being financially weak(noun.state)Example:
The weakness of the dollar against the yen.
source: wordnet30 - a penchant for something even though it might not be good for you(noun.feeling)Example:
He has a weakness for chocolate.
source: wordnet30 - The quality or state of being weak; want of strength or firmness; lack of vigor; want of resolution or of moral strength; feebleness.(noun)source: webster1913