Definitions

weakness

[week-nis] / ˈwik nɪs /

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 perfection strength strong point success

STRONG

ability health robustness soundness

Example Sentences

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The buzz in Beirut of Israeli drones overhead, along with the constant din of poorly regulated diesel generators, underscores the government’s weakness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

One additional factor upsetting investors of late has been the continual weakness of the Korean currency USDKRW.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

He added that today’s rebound is “a sign investors viewed last week’s weakness as a reset in crowded trades rather than the start of a broader risk-off move.”

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Within weeks the boldness of the United Bid became its weakness.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Now he’s paying for that though, as wave after wave of weakness hits him.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman

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