a flaw or weak point; he was quick to point out his wifes failings
[ Syn: failing ]
powerlessness revealed by an inability to act; in spite of their weakness the group remains active
[ Syn: helplessness , impuissance ]
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'