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weak
Examples
After several days without food, he felt too weak to stand.
The child was too weak to lift the heavy backpack.
02
structurally fragile or lacking durability
Examples
The bridge collapsed at its weak central support.
That old shelf has a weak joint and might snap under weight.
03
excessively diluted, resulting in a thin, insipid, or ineffective quality
Examples
The coffee was so weak that it tasted more like water than a proper brew.
She complained about the weak tea and asked for a stronger infusion.
04
easily influenced by others and lacking the ability or will to uphold one's decisions, beliefs, etc.
Examples
Sarah 's weak character was evident in her tendency to change her mind frequently, unable to stand firm in her decisions.
The weak leader's indecisiveness caused confusion among the team, leading to a lack of direction.
05
(used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress
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tending downward in price
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likely to fail under stress or pressure
08
faint or barely noticeable
Examples
There was a weak sound of music coming from the next room.
The weak light from the distant lantern barely cut through the fog.
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not having authority, political strength, or governing power
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(used of verbs) having standard (or regular) inflection
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deficient in intelligence or mental power
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deficient or lacking in some skill
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lacking strength or the ability to withstand pressure and force
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bad, uncool, or disappointing
SlangExamples
This party is weak; let's go somewhere else.
His excuse for being late was weak.
