Synonyms for

Weakest

Verb / ˈwi:kʌst / Another word for weakest — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

lacking physical or moral strength; feeble

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

frailest most feeble most infirm most delicate

Informal

wimpiest flimsiest most pathetic most useless

Literary

most languid most enervated most effete

Antonyms

strongest mightiest most powerful most robust most resilient most vigorous

Common collocations

  • weakest link
  • weakest moment
  • weakest point
  • weakest argument
  • weakest position
  • weakest performance
  • weakest showing

Word family

noun weakness
verb weaken
adjective weak
adverb weakly

Usage note

This is the superlative form of 'weak'. It is commonly used to identify the least strong or effective element in a group or system.

Example sentences

  1. She is the weakest player on the team.
  2. I feel weakest when I am sick.
  3. The weakest link in the chain broke.
  4. The bridge collapsed because of the weakest support beam.
  5. The weakest student in the class needs extra help.

Quotes

  • The weakest link in a chain is the strongest because it can break it.
  • The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.
  • The weak are always anxious for justice and equality. The strong pay no heed to either.

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