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weaker

|weak-er|

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/ˈwiːkər/

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/ˈwiːkə/

(weak)

lacking strength

Base Form	Plural	Comparative	Superlative	Noun	Adverb
weak	weaknesses	weaker	weakest	weakness	weakly

Etymology

Etymology Information

'weak' originates from Old Norse, specifically the word 'veikr', where 'veik-' meant 'pliant or soft'.

Historical Evolution

'veikr' transformed into the Middle English word 'wek', and eventually became the modern English word 'weak'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'pliant or soft', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking strength'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

comparative form of 'weak', indicating a lesser degree of strength or power.

The weaker team struggled to keep up with their opponents.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40