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WEAKNESSES

(noun)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Weaknesses.

Weaknesses - as a noun

A flaw or weak point

Example: "He was quick to point out his wife's failings"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
failing11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
imperfection21imperfectness22
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Powerlessness revealed by an inability to act

Example: "In spite of their weakness the group remains active"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
helplessness17impuissance17

The property of lacking physical or mental strength; liability to failure under pressure or stress or strain

Example: "His weakness increased as he became older"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
property15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
strength12

The condition of being financially weak

Example: "The weakness of the dollar against the yen"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
strength12

A penchant for something even though it might not be good for you

Example: "He has a weakness for chocolate"

Example Sentences

"One of his weaknesses is his lack of confidence."
"The CEO acknowledged the company's weaknesses in the quarterly report."
"The candidate's weaknesses were uncovered during the job interview."
"Stress can exacerbate weaknesses in the immune system."
"The team's defensive weaknesses were exposed during the game."
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Word Game Points

Is WEAKNESSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, weaknesses is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WEAKNESSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is WEAKNESSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, weaknesses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WEAKNESSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is WEAKNESSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, weaknesses is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WEAKNESSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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