Weak-willed

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    easily swayed
  2. 2
    irresolute, indecisive

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afraidcowardlyfaintfaintheartedfeeblefrail

Example

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"The weak-willed are prone to go to the dogs; the strong-willed turn failure into success."

Etymology

Originated 1880–85.

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