Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

weakling

noun

/ˈwiːk.lɪŋ/

Definition

A weakling is a person or animal that is physically weak or ineffectual.

Examples

The weakling was often bullied by his peers.
In a competitive environment, the weakling struggled to keep up with the more aggressive participants.
Despite his small stature, he showed that a weakling can possess great inner strength.

Meaning

The term often implies a lack of strength, courage, or stamina, and can be used in a derogatory sense to describe someone who is seen as timid or lacking in moral fortitude.