1. A fundamental flaw or deficiency in the basic framework or construction of something, such as a building, organization, system, or argument
The building was condemned due to structural weaknesses in its foundation.
O edifício foi condenado devido a fragilidades estruturais em sua fundação.
2. An inherent lack of strength or stability in the essential components of a system or organization
The company's structural weakness in supply chain management led to operational failures.
A fragilidade estrutural da empresa na gestão da cadeia de suprimentos levou a falhas operacionais.