Flaw

a fault or imperfection in something that makes it less perfect or complete, a mistake or error that detracts from the overall quality or effectiveness, a weakness or defect in a person's character or behavior, a crack or break in something solid, such as a gemstone

Flaw - Meanings

a fault or imperfection in something that makes it less perfect or complete

Example: The painting was beautiful, but there was a small flaw in the corner.

Usage: formalContext: academic discussions, professional settings

Note: Often used to describe issues in design, art, or products

a mistake or error that detracts from the overall quality or effectiveness

Example: There was a flaw in the contract that caused confusion among the parties involved.

Usage: formalContext: legal documents, technical reports

Note: Commonly used in professional and technical contexts to point out errors

a weakness or defect in a person's character or behavior

Example: His stubbornness is a flaw that often causes conflicts in the team.

Usage: formalContext: psychological assessments, character analysis

Note: Used to discuss personal traits or behavioral issues

a crack or break in something solid, such as a gemstone

Example: The diamond had a flaw that affected its clarity and value.

Usage: formalContext: jewelry appraisal, gemology

Note: Commonly used in discussions related to gemstones and precious materials

Flaw's synonyms

defect

A defect refers to a fault or imperfection that impairs quality or function.

Example: The product had a defect in the design that needed to be fixed.

Note: Similar to 'flaw,' but often used in the context of manufacturing or production.

imperfection

An imperfection is a flaw or fault that detracts from perfection or completeness.

Example: She couldn't ignore the imperfection in the painting, no matter how much she liked it.

Note: Focuses on the lack of perfection rather than the presence of a fault.

blemish

A blemish is a small flaw or defect that mars the appearance.

Example: The blemish on her face was barely noticeable after applying makeup.

Note: Often used in the context of physical appearance or objects with visible marks.

fault

A fault is a mistake or error that leads to a problem or failure.

Example: It was his fault that the project failed due to his oversight.

Note: Can refer to a specific mistake or error that caused a negative outcome.

Flaw expressions, common phrases

To have a flaw

This phrase means to possess a defect or imperfection in something.

Example: Despite being a great player, she has a flaw in her technique.

Note: Using 'flaw' in this context emphasizes the presence of a specific imperfection.

Fatal flaw

Refers to a significant or critical flaw that can lead to failure or downfall.

Example: His fatal flaw as a leader was his inability to listen to others.

Note: It highlights a flaw that is particularly detrimental or disastrous.

Flaw in the system

Indicates a problem or imperfection within a process or mechanism.

Example: There seems to be a flaw in the system that is causing these errors.

Note: It emphasizes a specific issue within a larger system or structure.

To point out a flaw

Means to identify or highlight a mistake or imperfection in something.

Example: During the meeting, he pointed out a flaw in the proposed plan.

Note: It implies actively drawing attention to a specific imperfection.

Flaw in logic

Refers to a mistake or error in reasoning or argumentation.

Example: There seems to be a flaw in the logic of his argument.

Note: It emphasizes a specific error in the reasoning process.

Flaw in design

Points to an error or imperfection in the planning or structure of something.

Example: The flaw in the design of the building led to structural problems.

Note: It focuses on a specific issue within the design of an object or system.

Minor flaw

Refers to a small or insignificant imperfection.

Example: The painting was beautiful, but there was a minor flaw in the corner.

Note: It indicates a flaw that is not significant or critical.

Flaw everyday (slang) expressions

Flawless

Flawless means without any flaws or imperfections. It is used to describe something perfect or very well-executed.

Example: Her dance performance was flawless.

Note: Flaw refers to an imperfection, while flawless indicates perfection.

Flawlessly

Flawlessly is an adverb form of flawless, indicating the action was done perfectly or without any flaws.

Example: He executed the plan flawlessly.

Note: Flawlessly refers to the manner in which an action is carried out without flaws.

Flawed

Flawed means having imperfections or weaknesses. It is used to indicate that something is faulty or not perfect.

Example: The research methodology was flawed.

Note: Flaw refers to an imperfection, while flawed describes something as having imperfections.

Flawing

Flawing is used to describe the action of creating a flaw or imperfection.

Example: The high winds were flawing her hair.

Note: Flaw refers to an imperfection, while flawing refers to the action of causing a flaw.

Flaw - Examples

Flaws in the system led to the security breach.

She tried to hide her flaws with makeup.

The flaw in his argument was quickly pointed out by the opposition.

Flaw grammar

Flaw - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)

Lemma: flaw

Conjugations

Noun, plural (Noun, plural): flaws

Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): flaw

Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): flawed

Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): flawing

Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): flaws

Verb, base form (Verb, base form): flaw

Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): flaw

Syllables, Separation and Stress

flaw Contains 1 syllables: flaw

Phonetic transcription: ˈflȯ

flaw , ˈflȯ (The red syllable is stressed)

Flaw - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.

flaw: ~ 3800 (Common).

This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

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