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\ ˈwēk-ˈnēd 
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\Definition of weak-kneed
: lacking willpower or resolution
Synonyms & Antonyms for weak-kneed
Synonyms
- characterless,
- effete,
- frail,
- invertebrate,
- limp-wristed,
- milk-and-water,
- namby-pamby,
- nerveless,
- soft,
- spineless,
- weak,
- weakened,
- weakling,
- wet
- [British],
- wimpish,
- wimpy,
- wishy-washy
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The first known use of weak-kneed was in 1863
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