weak

• Bezeichnet einen Mangel an körperlicher Kraft, Macht oder Intensität; auch wenig überzeugend oder leicht zu widerlegen.

Describes a lack of physical strength, power, or intensity.

1. Lacking physical strengthA2formal

   Having little physical strength or energy.

   Schwach

   • After the illness, she felt very weak.
   • He was too weak to lift the heavy box.
   • The old man's legs were weak from years of inactivity.

   Synonymedebilitateddelicatefeeblefragilefrailinfirmpunyslightweedy

   Antonymepowerfulrobuststrongsturdyvigorous

2. Lacking power or influenceB1formal

   Not strong in character, authority, or effect.

   Schwach

   • The government's response was weak and ineffective.
   • He gave a weak argument that failed to convince anyone.
   • Her leadership was considered weak by the team.

   Synonymefeeblehelplessimpotentineffectiveineffectualinsignificantpowerlessunimportant

   Antonymeinfluentialpotentpowerfulstrong

3. Lacking intensity or qualityB1formal

   Not strong in intensity, flavor, or quality.

   Schwach

   • The coffee was too weak for my taste.
   • The signal is weak in this area.
   • The light from the candle was weak and flickering.

   Synonymedilutefaintfeebleflimsyineffectivelamemildpoorthinwatery

   Antonymeconcentratedforcefulintensepotentpowerfulrobuststrongvigorous

4. Vulnerable or easily brokenB1formal

   Easily damaged, broken, or defeated.

   Schwach

   • The bridge's weak structure collapsed under the weight.
   • The team's defense was weak and allowed many goals.
   • The weak economy led to high unemployment.

   Synonymedefenselessdelicateflimsyfragilefrailhelplesspowerlessvulnerable

   Antonymedurablefirmhardyinvincibleresilientrobustsolidstrongsturdytough