Main Entry: weak·ness

Pronunciation: \-nəs\

Function: noun

Date: 14th century

1 : the quality or state of being weak; also : an instance or period of being weak <backed down in a moment of weakness>
2 : fault, defect
3 a : a special desire or fondness <has a weakness for sweets> b : an object of special desire or fondness <pizza is my weakness>