(of a faculty or part of the body) Reduced in quality or efficacy
(of a sound or voice) Low in volume
(of a liquid or solution) Significantly diluted
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(of a person) Lacking in physical strength or energy
“He was determined to prove he was not a weak man by signing up as a contestant on Survivor.”
Vulnerable to attack
“The castle walls are weak and need to be fortified immediately.”
(of an object or material) Easily broken or destroyed, usually under significant weight
“These heavy bottles are making me anxious that my weak shopping bag will break apart at any second.”
Physically ill or weakened
“I caught the flu and felt weak for the next few days.”
(of a faculty or part of the body) Reduced in quality or efficacy
“Despite having an impressive physique, rhinoceroses are notorious for having weak vision.”
Unconvincing from a logical perspective
“Amid a slew of accusations, Will proceeded to proffer a weak explanation as to what had actually transpired in his office.”
Lacking strength of character to follow one's own principles
“Some considered Ana to be a weak woman for continuing to work under a chauvinist boss despite regularly speaking out against immoral behavior.”
Being in a disadvantaged or compromised state
“Mr. Jones, you are in a weak position unsuitable for giving orders!”
Lacking competence
“Stephanie lost her court case because she had a very weak lawyer.”
Lacking in brightness
“Off-grid households in many countries still rely on kerosene lamps, which only provide weak light during the night.”
(of a sound or voice) Low in volume
“This morning, when I heard Rob's weak voice calling from the South Summit, I feared that I would never see him again.”
(of a liquid or solution) Significantly diluted
“The broth was weak, and was sadly lacking in spices and flavor.”
Lacking in enthusiasm or energy
“The feeble pun deserved a weak smile at best, but Scott greeted it with an angry growl.”
Very low in quantity
“Manu was disappointed at the weak amount of sauce on his dish.”
(stock market) Tending towards lower prices
“It was one of a few blue chips stocks to buck the weak market trend yesterday.”
Dull and uninteresting
Lacking energy, spirit, liveliness or vitality
Being naturally susceptible to weaknesses or error
Thin or haggard, especially from hunger or disease
Out of practice in a skill or subject
Showing a lack of common sense
Lacking stiffness or firmness
Of a low intensity or severity
Pale or sickly in complexion, especially due to anaemia
Not fixed in place tightly or firmly
(of a person, attitude, or situation) Having the characteristics of a pessimist
Not fully physically grown or mature
Shaking or quivering slightly
Incapable of, or indisposed to, quick and effective action
Pale in color
Mentally deficient or underdeveloped
Anticipating something with anxiety or fear
Causing offense or disgust
Pliable or yielding to touch or pressure
Lacking significant effect, unremarkable, not arousing emotion
Characterized by a lack of sincerity
Not working
Of teaching intended for slow learners
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