Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
human-foible
noun
/ˈhjuː.mən ˈfɔɪ.bəl/
Definition
A minor flaw or weakness in a person’s character.
Examples
- Everyone has their human foibles that make them unique.
- Her tendency to procrastinate is just one of her many human foibles.
- We should learn to accept each other’s human foibles.
Meaning
Human foibles are the small imperfections that are part of being human, often viewed as amusing or endearing rather than serious faults.
Synonyms
- quirk
- flaw
- weakness
- imperfection
- idiosyncrasy