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flawed
/flɔːd/
imperfect or containing mistakes
The plan was flawed from the beginning.
The plan had fundamental problems from the start.
general
having a defect or imperfection
The argument was flawed because it relied on false assumptions.
The argument was weak because it was based on incorrect premises.
The software had a few flawed features that needed fixing.
The software had some imperfect features that required correction.
Often used to describe things that are imperfect or have critical weaknesses.
Collocations
flawed logicreasoning with errorsflawed systema system with fundamental problemsflawed reasoningillogical or incorrect thinking
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Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'flawed' to describe things that have significant imperfections or critical weaknesses.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
'Flawed' can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but it often carries a negative connotation.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'flawen' (to crack or split), related to Old English 'flāwan' (to blow or puff). The adjective form emerged in the 16th century.
Usage Notes
Often used in formal and informal contexts to describe things that are imperfect or have critical weaknesses. Can be used to describe people, objects, systems, or ideas.
Word Breakdown
flaw
a defect or imperfection
root-ed
past participle suffix indicating state
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