Synonyms for Weak
Definition of weak
adjective
- wanting in physical strength; "a weak pillar"
- overly diluted; thin and insipid; "washy coffee"; "watery milk"; "weak tea"
- (used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress; "a syllable that ends in a short vowel is a light syllable"; "a weak stress on the second syllable"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "weak"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like anaemic, breakaway, debilitated can replace "weak" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "weak" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Weak" in song lyrics
See how weak is used in real songs:
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"Every guy call you sexy but your man is weak"
2 Live Crew — Get it Girl -
"Yeah, for her I was weak"
3 Melancholy Gypsies — And If -
"Checks get cashed, at the end of the weak"
3rd Bass f/ Nice and Smooth — Microphone Techniques