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

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

This growing dependence is now seen as a major weakness in the UK food system.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

But their inaction, she said, has effectively confirmed Essayli as U.S. attorney — and highlights “a real weakness in the system” that demands a legislative fix.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Shares of Walmart were up 0.8% in recent afternoon trading Thursday, to buck the weakness in the overall stock market.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Rising defense spending can also offset any weakness in RTX’s commercial aerospace business that arises from higher oil prices.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

My blood runs cold when Peter talks about becoming a criminal or a speculator; of course, he’s joking, but I still have the feeling he’s afraid of his own weakness.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank

weakness

Example Sentences

Related Words