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'