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单词 weakness
释义 weakness
weakness /ˈwiːk.nəs/ noun
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B2 [U] the fact or state of not being strong or powerful:
» Any change of policy will be interpreted as a sign of weakness.Thesaurus+: ↑Weakness and vulnerability
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B2 [C] a particular part or quality of someone or something that is not good or effective:
» There are definite weaknesses in their security arrangements.» His main weakness as a manager is his inability to delegate.» The later novels show none of the weaknesses of his earlier work.Thesaurus+: ↑Faults and mistakesThesaurus+: ↑Weakness and vulnerability
weakness for
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C2 a strong liking, usually for something that might have unpleasant or unwanted effects:
» My diet would be fine if only I didn't have this weakness for sweet things.Thesaurus+: ↑LikingWord Builder:Nouns: weakling, weaknessAdjectives: weakVerbs: weakenAdverbs: weakly
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Extra Examples:» Any hesitation on the part of the government will be seen as weakness.» This latest conflict further illustrates the weakness of the UN.» His inability to handle the situation is a sure sign of weakness.» Admitting you've made a mistake is a sign of strength, not weakness.» In a position of authority, a weakness for the opposite sex leaves you open to blackmail.
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