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Weakness is defined as a lack of strength or a character flaw, or something that you cannot resist.

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When a beam is not strong enough to hold any weight, this is an example of a time when the weakness of the beam prevents it from holding weight.
When you are short-tempered and quick to anger, this is an example of a weakness.
When you cannot resist chocolate even though it is bad for you, chocolate is an example of your weakness.

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See weakness in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the state or quality of being weak
a weak point; fault or defect, as in one's character
1. a liking; esp., an immoderate fondness (for something)
2. something of which one is immoderately fond: candy is my one weakness

See weakness in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The condition or quality of being weak.
A personal defect or failing.
a. A special fondness or inclination: has a weakness for fast cars.
b. Something of which one is excessively fond or desirous: Ice cream is his weakness.

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