weak
Aussprache: [wiːk]
Kontext: „strength“
(adjective) when something does not have much strength or power. If you think of a weak person, it means they might not be able to lift heavy things or fight back when challenged.
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He felt weak after running a long distance but was proud to finish the race.
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She is not weak; in fact, she is one of the strongest players on the team.
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Do you feel weak after not eating all day?
Kontext: „quality“
(adjective) when something is not very good or effective. If a story is weak, it might not be interesting or exciting.
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The movie had a weak plot, but the acting was fantastic.
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The report was not weak; it had strong evidence and clear conclusions.
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Do you think the team's performance was weak this season?
Kontext: „physical state“
(noun) the condition of having less strength or energy. If someone is in a weak state, they might need to rest or recover.
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After being sick, she was slowly gaining back her strength and feeling less weak.
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His weak from the illness was not something to be ashamed of; everyone gets sick sometimes.
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Why do you think he felt weak after the long trip?
Kontext: „argument“
(adjective) when an argument or reason is not convincing or strong. If someone makes a weak argument, it may not persuade others.
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She made a weak argument for why we should stop playing, but I understood where she was coming from.
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His argument was not weak; it was very convincing and well-researched.
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Did you find her explanation weak or was it clear and strong?