Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

weakness

noun
/ˈwiːk.nəs/
Definition
The state or condition of lacking strength or power.
Examples
  • One of his greatest weaknesses is his inability to say no.
  • The team’s weakness was exposed in the final minutes of the game.
  • She worked hard to turn her weaknesses into strengths.
Meaning
Weakness refers to the quality of being weak, either physically or metaphorically. It can describe a lack of physical strength, but it can also refer to emotional or mental vulnerabilities.
Synonyms
  • fragility
  • faintness
  • frailty
  • vulnerability