weak|ness

weak|ness
weak|ness «WEEK nihs», noun.
1. the quality or condition of being weak; lack of power, force, or vigor: »

Weakness kept him in bed.

2. a weak point; slight fault: »

Putting things off is her weakness.

3. Figurative. a) a fact or condition of liking that one is a little ashamed of; fondness: »

a weakness for sweets.

b) something for which one has such a liking.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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