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weakness

Pronunciation: [ˈwiːk.nəs]

Word

Context: “strengths and weaknesses”

(noun) a lack of strength or power. This means that something is not strong or not able to do something well. If someone has a weakness in school, it might mean they find a subject hard to understand.

Example

Her weakness in math helped her become better at it after she studied hard.

Example

He has no weakness when it comes to his athletic abilities; he is great at every sport.

Example

What is your biggest weakness in school or at work?

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