Definition of weaknesses

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • weaknesses is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 17
  • weaknesses is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 17
  • weaknesses is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 18

Definition of weaknesses


  • a flaw or weak point (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. failing
  • powerlessness revealed by an inability to act (noun)

    Examples

    1. in spite of their weakness the group remains active

    Synonyms

    1. helplessness
    2. impuissance
  • a penchant for something even though it might not be good for you (noun)

    Examples

    1. he has a weakness for chocolate
  • the condition of being financially weak (noun)

    Examples

    1. the weakness of the dollar against the yen
  • the property of lacking physical or mental strength; liability to failure under pressure or stress or strain (noun)

    Examples

    1. his weakness increased as he became older
    2. the weakness of the span was overlooked until it collapsed

See definition of weaknesses in Merriam Webster