weaknesses

NOUN

defect, proneness

Synonyms

STRONGEST

deficiency failing flaw fragility frailty gap instability lack lapse shortcoming vulnerability

STRONG

appetite blemish debility decrepitude delicacy enervation faintness fault feebleness fondness impairment imperfection impotence inclination inconstancy indecision infirmity invalidity irresolution languor liking passion penchant powerlessness predilection proclivity prostration senility taste vice vitiation

WEAK

Achilles heel chink in armor soft spot sore point

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advantage enough perfection plenty strength strong point success

STRONG

ability antipathy disinclination dislike hate hatred health indifference loathing robustness soundness

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weaknesses

The program “shows you your strengths and your weaknesses, and what you want to do to fix your weaknesses, to get strong, to get prepared for college,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026

Or it could be worry that comes from helping the children understand a plan designed to protect them from their weaknesses requires a discussion of those imperfections.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026

This isn’t a unique insight; lawmakers of both parties have flagged those weaknesses for years.

From Slate ● Jul. 17, 2026

You’ll get to listen to convicted Ponzi schemer Paul Regan systematically probing clients for their psychological weaknesses.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026

Many seconds pay particular attention to the openings of the other players and attempt to scout out any weaknesses.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady