weakness · noun /ˈwiːk.nəs/
Word family
Nouns: weakling, weakness
Adjectives: weak
Verbs: weaken
Adverbs: weakly
weakness (NOT STRONG)
B2 U when someone or something is not strong or powerful
Dictionary example:
Asking for help is not a sign of weakness.
Learner example:
I believe that I'll be able to cover my physical weakness with my experience and knowledge. (First Certificate in English; B2; Japanese)
weakness (NOT EFFECTIVE)
B2 C a particular part or quality of someone or something that is not good or effective
Dictionary examples:
There are definite weaknesses in their security arrangements.
His main weakness as a manager is his inability to delegate.
The later novels show none of the weaknesses of his earlier work.
Learner example:
However, I have to complain about a few weaknesses in this festival. (First Certificate in English; B2; French)
have a weakness for sth/sb
C2 to like a particular thing or person very much
Dictionary example:
She has a real weakness for ice cream.
