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weak

Pronunciation: [wiːk]

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Learn how to use weak in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “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.

Example

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.

Example

Do you feel weak after not eating all day?

Context: “quality”

(adjective) when something is not very good or effective. If a story is weak, it might not be interesting or exciting.

Example

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.

Example

Do you think the team's performance was weak this season?

Context: “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.

Example

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?

Context: “argument”

(adjective) when an argument or reason is not convincing or strong. If someone makes a weak argument, it may not persuade others.

Example

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?

How to pronounce weak

Pronunciation: [wiːk]

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