weak point

A specific area, aspect, or characteristic of a person, system, object, or argument that is vulnerable, susceptible to failure, or lacking in strength or effectiveness.

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1. Vulnerability or flaw B2 formal

   A specific area or aspect where someone or something is vulnerable, lacking strength, or prone to failure.

   • His weak point in negotiations is his impatience.
   • The security system's weak point was the back door.
   • She identified her weak point in mathematics and studied harder.

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2. Personal shortcoming B1 informal

   A character trait or skill that is not as strong as others, often leading to difficulties.

   • Procrastination is my biggest weak point.
   • He knows his weak point is public speaking.
   • Everyone has a weak point that they need to work on.

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