foiblesse

/foʊɪbəs/ (foy-buh-s)

Definitions

1. noun

a weakness or frailty in someone’s character or a lack of moral fiber.

“Her foiblesse were evident in the way she handled difficult situations.”

2. noun

a weakness or failing in someone’s or something’s constitution or structure.

“The ship’s foiblesse in the storm led to its destruction.”

Synonyms

  • defect
  • flaw
  • weakness

Antonyms

  • fortitude
  • strength