weakness

Meanings

Plural: weaknesses

Noun

• a flaw or weak point
• powerlessness revealed by an inability to act
  • "in spite of their weakness the group remains active"
• the property of lacking physical or mental strength; liability to failure under pressure or stress or strain
  • "his weakness increased as he became older"
  • "the weakness of the span was overlooked until it collapsed"
• the condition of being financially weak
  • "the weakness of the dollar against the yen"
• a penchant for something even though it might not be good for you
  • "he has a weakness for chocolate"
• The condition of being weak.
• An inadequate quality; fault.
• A special fondness or obsessing desire.

Synonyms

defect, failing, flaw, helplessness, hole, impuissance, soft spot

Antonyms

;, forte, invincibility, invulnerability, power, powerfulness, strength