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Schwachstelle — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • flaw noun A defect or imperfection, often one that is hidden or not obvious at first.
  • kryptonite noun Figuratively, the one specific thing that can weaken or defeat someone or something otherwise very strong.
  • soft spot noun A particular fondness or affection for someone or something, often one that overrides better judgement.
  • vulnerability noun The state of being open to being hurt, attacked, or emotionally exposed.

Senses

Schwachstelle is used for these senses in English:

  • flaw A defect, fault, or imperfection, especially one that is hidden.
  • kryptonite (figuratively) The one weakness of something or someone that is otherwise invulnerable.
  • soft spot A point of vulnerability in a defence.
  • vulnerability (uncountable) The state of being vulnerable; susceptibility to attack or injury, either physical or emotional; the state or condition of being weak or poorly defended.

kryptonite — full definition

  1. noun Figuratively, the one specific thing that can weaken or defeat someone or something otherwise very strong.
  2. verb To ruin, weaken, or badly damage something, in the way kryptonite affects Superman.

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