weakness

• Sustantivo que denota el estado o cualidad de ser débil, así como un defecto, fallo o carencia concreto en el carácter, las capacidades o una estructura.

A noun referring to the state or condition of being weak, or a particular fault, flaw, or deficiency in character, ability, or structure.

1. Lack of physical strengthA2formal

   The state or condition of being physically weak.

   Debilidad física

   • After the illness, he felt a general weakness in his legs.
   • The patient's weakness made it hard for her to stand.
   • Regular exercise can help overcome muscle weakness.

   Sinónimosdebilityenervationfeeblenessfragilityfrailtyinfirmitypuninessslightness

   Antónimosforcemightpowerstrengthvigor

2. Fault or flawB1formal

   A disadvantage or defect in a person's character, a system, or an argument.

   Defecto o fallo

   • His main weakness is his inability to say no.
   • The plan has a major weakness in its budget.
   • She acknowledged her weakness for procrastination.

   Sinónimosdefectdeficiencyfailingfaultflawfrailnessfrailtyimperfectionshortcomingvulnerability

   Antónimosadvantageassetstrengthvirtue

3. Liking or fondnessB2informal

   A special or excessive liking for something, often considered a personal indulgence.

   Debilidad (afición especial)

   • He has a weakness for chocolate cake.
   • Her weakness is expensive shoes.
   • I have a weakness for romantic comedies.

   Sinónimoscravingfondnessinclinationleaningpartialitypenchantpredilectionsoft spottasteyen

   Antónimosaversiondislikedistaste