weak
Not having much physical power or energy.
Lacking physical power or muscle strength.
Not able to make strong decisions or show courage.
Lacking firmness of character, resolve, or emotional strength.
Not strong or powerful.
Having little power, intensity, or force.
Not very good, strong, or effective.
Not effective, convincing, or good in quality.
Not having much taste or not strong in flavor.
Not having a strong taste, smell, or concentration; diluted.
- Base: weak
- Comparative: weaker
- Superlative: weakest
go weak at the knees
1Feel shaky from emotion or attraction
To feel your legs shake because you are afraid, nervous, or in love.
- She went weak at the knees when she saw him smile.
- Public speaking makes me go weak at the knees.
on weak ground
1In a poorly supported position
To be in a situation where your reasons are not strong enough.
- Legally, they are on weak ground with this claim.
- He realized he was on weak ground and changed the subject.
weak link
1Least strong part of group/system
The person or thing in a group that is not as good as the others and may cause problems.
- The goalkeeper was the team's weak link.
- A chain is only as strong as its weakest link.
weak point
1Area of least strength or ability
A part of something that is not good or strong.
- Her inability to delegate is her biggest weak point.
- We need to find the enemy's weak point before attacking.