weakness

weak-ness · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The state or condition of lacking strength.

  2. 2.

    A fault or flaw.

  3. 3.

    A special fondness for something.

Forms

plural: weaknesses

Related words

Antonyms: strength
See also: flaw, strength, vulnerability
Synonyms: flaw, frailty, vulnerability

Etymology

From weak + -ness (noun-forming suffix).