weakness

• 表示虚弱、无力的状态或性质，也指性格、能力或结构上的具体缺点、缺陷或不足。

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.

   虚弱

   • 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.

   同义词debilityenervationfeeblenessfragilityfrailtyinfirmitypuninessslightness

   反义词forcemightpowerstrengthvigor

2. Fault or flawB1formal

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

   缺点

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

   同义词defectdeficiencyfailingfaultflawfrailnessfrailtyimperfectionshortcomingvulnerability

   反义词advantageassetstrengthvirtue

3. Liking or fondnessB2informal

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

   偏爱

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

   同义词cravingfondnessinclinationleaningpartialitypenchantpredilectionsoft spottasteyen

   反义词aversiondislikedistaste