Definition

Having less strength or power than something else.

Example

After the long illness, she felt weaker than before.

Conversation

I feel like I’m getting weaker since I stopped going to the gym.

Really? I thought you were still doing some workouts at home.

Not as much, and I think that’s why I'm feeling weaker lately.

Maybe you should set a schedule to get back into it!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Weaker → It is formed from "weak" (from Old English *wēac*, meaning not strong) and "-er" (meaning more). The word "weaker" means more lacking in strength compared to something else.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'not strong' ('weak') and the '-er' indicates they are 'more' so. This helps you remember that 'weaker' means someone or something that is more lacking in strength.

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