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The bridge had one weakness.
What does Weakness mean?
Weakness means a lack of strength or a weak point.
Dictionary definition
A lack of strength, or a part that is not strong.
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Weakness in a sentence
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The coach helped us improve a weakness in our teamwork.
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What does weakness mean?
The correct meaning is: Weakness means a lack of strength or a weak point.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to weakness?
Weak point is close in meaning to weakness in this context.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for weakness?
Strength contrasts with weakness in this dictionary entry.
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week · nis · strongest beat: week
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WordWeakness.
Partnoun.
MeaningWeakness means a lack of strength or a weak point.
ExampleExample: The bridge had one weakness.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- week · nis
- Strongest beat
- week
- Ending
- nis
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on week.
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Synonyms
Words like Weakness
weak pointUse for a part that is not strong.
flawUse for a problem or weakness in a plan or idea.
Antonyms
Opposite words
strengthUse for a strong point or quality.
advantageUse for something that helps success.
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Hint for students
Weakness means a lack of strength or a weak point.
Common mix-up
Weakness is not always a personal flaw. It can be a weak point in a plan, object, or argument.
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Write one sentence that shows weakness without using the word weakness. Then underline clue words that show a lack of strength or a weak point. Example: The coach helped us improve a weakness in our teamwork. Clue words: coach, helped, improve, teamwork Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show a lack of strength or a weak point?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The coach helped us improve a weakness in our teamwork." Why does weakness fit better than strength?
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