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flaw

[/flɔː/]
nounpl: flaws
defeito
1. A mark, fault, or weakness that impairs quality or integrity
There is a flaw in the diamond that reduces its value.
Há um defeito no diamante que reduz seu valor.
2. A weakness or imperfection in a person's character or abilities
His main flaw is his lack of patience.
Seu principal defeito é a falta de paciência.
3. A fault or error in reasoning, logic, or an argument
There is a logical flaw in your argument.
Há uma falha lógica no seu argumento.
Synonyms
defectimperfectionblemishcrackweaknessfault
Antonyms
perfectionstrengthvirtue

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
defeito
Most common usage across Brazil
General Brazilian
falha
Used for structural or logical flaws
Portugal
defeito
Standard usage in Portugal
Portugal
falha
Used interchangeably with defeito

Related Idioms & Phrases

fatal flaw
character flaw
design flaw
no flaw in one's logic
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