weak
adjective
not strong; liable to yield, break, or collapse under pressure or strain; fragile; frail.
weaker
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comparativeof weak.comparative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating a greater degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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Beneath the Pacific Ocean, a large region of molten material began moving strongly eastward instead of continuing its weaker westward flow.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 7, 2026
Krispy Kreme’s revenue fell almost 13% to $331 million after it exited weaker sales locations, beating Wall Street models of $303.4 million.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026
Johnston said the company is "not immune" to effects from higher fuel prices, pointing to a "weaker consumer" at Asian parks.
From Barron's ● Aug. 5, 2026
Record car prices, high loan rates, a weaker job market and stiff U.S. tariffs were seen as big obstacles for buyers.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 4, 2026
Even with her dark skin, he could see the blood was draining from her face, and she looked weaker and weaker by the second.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
