flaw

noun
UK: /flɔː/
US: /flɑː/

  1. A fault, mistake, or weakness, especially one that happens while something is being planned or made.

    1. There is a flaw in this glass.
    2. I noticed a design flaw in the new model that needs correction before mass production.

  2. A mark, blemish, or other imperfection that detracts from appearance.

    1. The diamond has a tiny flaw.
    2. Despite the minor flaw in her complexion, she was undeniably beautiful.

  3. A weakness in character.

    1. Jealousy is his major flaw.
    2. His inability to compromise was a significant flaw that hindered his relationships.

Synonyms

fault blemish weakness imperfection defect
flaw transitive-verb

  1. To spoil something by damaging it or marking it with imperfections.

    1. This mark flaws the table.
    2. The scandal threatened to flaw his reputation irreparably, affecting future opportunities.

  2. To find a fault in something or someone.

    1. I can't flaw their work.
    2. It's difficult to flaw her logic, even if you disagree with her conclusions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "flaw" in English means: A fault, mistake, or weakness, especially one that happens while something is being planned or made., A mark, blemish, or other imperfection that detracts from appearance., A weakness in character..

The phonetic transcription of "flaw" is /flɔː/ in British English and /flɑː/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "flaw": fault, blemish, weakness, imperfection, defect.

Example usage of "flaw": "There is a flaw in this glass.". More examples on the page.