flaws

flaws · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Multiple marks, blemishes, or imperfections.

  2. 2.

    Weaknesses in character or personality.

  3. 3.

    Mistakes or weaknesses in reasoning, plans, or systems.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    character flaws — weaknesses in personality
  • •
    design flaws — errors in how something was created

Related words

Antonyms: strengths, virtues
See also: defects, flaw, flawless, weaknesses
Synonyms: blemishes, defects, faults, imperfections

Etymology

Plural of "flaw," from Old Norse flaga ("slab, flake"), related to the idea of a crack or chip.