Dictionary Check: weakness

"weakness" is a valid word!

Scrabble 15 points
Words with Friends 16 points

Definition

noun

a flaw or weak point

Example: "he was quick to point out his wife's failings"
Synonyms:
noun

powerlessness revealed by an inability to act

Example: "in spite of their weakness the group remains active"
noun

the property of lacking physical or mental strength; liability to failure under pressure or stress or strain

Example: "his weakness increased as he became older"
Antonyms:
noun

the condition of being financially weak

Example: "the weakness of the dollar against the yen"
Antonyms:
noun

a penchant for something even though it might not be good for you

Example: "he has a weakness for chocolate"

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