weykenesse

Middle English

/ˈwɛi̯k(ə)nɛs/

noun
Definitions
  • Weakness; lack of might, force, or muscular power.
  • Faithlessness; lack of belief or virtuousness.
  • (rare) Impoverishment; a lack of wealth or societal power.
  • (rare) Stupidity, speciousness; weak reasoning.
  • (rare) Cowardice; lack of bravery or valour.

Etymology

Affix from Middle English weyk.

Origin

Middle English

weyk

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