weakness
noun
the state or quality of being weak; lack of strength, firmness, vigor, or the like; feebleness.
weaknesses
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pluralof weakness.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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A U.N. official says Arab economies must invest more in productive sectors after the war in Iran exposed structural weaknesses.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
He said that despite the DfE "consulting widely" during the development of the strategy, the PAC found "that significant weaknesses had undermined its implementation".
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026
PHP sits underneath popular web design platforms, so the weaknesses potentially affect a vast range of websites, from online stores and news outlets to government services.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
The ageing process worked in reverse thanks to his team feasting on Hearts' scarcely believable weaknesses.
From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2026
The move to Milam Park had invigorated the Fugees, and having a proper field allowed Luma to work on her teams’ weaknesses.
From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John
