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    Achilles heel
    /əˈkɪliːzˌhiːl/

    noun

    • 1. a weakness or vulnerable point: "the Achilles heel of the case for nuclear power remains the issue of the disposal of waste"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishAchilles heel | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Achilles heel definition: 1. a small problem or weakness in a person or system that can result in failure: 2. a small…. Learn more.

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    The meaning of ACHILLES' HEEL is a vulnerable point. How to use Achilles' heel in a sentence. Did you know?

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    An Achilles' heel (or Achilles heel) is a weakness despite overall strength, which can lead to downfall. While the mythological origin refers to a physical vulnerability, idiomatic references to other attributes or qualities that can lead to downfall are common.

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    Achilles heel definition: a portion, spot, area, or the like, that is especially or solely vulnerable. See examples of ACHILLES HEEL used in a sentence.

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    Definition of Achilles heel noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishACHILLES HEEL definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    Someone's Achilles heel is the weakest point in their character or nature, where it is easiest for other people to attack or criticize them. Horton's Achilles heel was that he could not delegate. Synonyms: weakness, failing, lack, fault More Synonyms of Achilles heel. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary.

  8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › Achilles' heelAchilles' heel - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    An Achilles' heel is a specific weakness or vulnerability that might lead to failure. An otherwise excellent basketball player might consider her Achilles' heel to be the fact that she's short. In Greek mythology, Achilles was protected from a curse by being immersed in magical water as a baby.

  9. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryAchilles heel definition | Cambridge English Dictionary

    Achilles heel meaning: 1. a small problem or weakness in a person or system that can result in failure: 2. a small…. Learn more.

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    Achilles heel definition, a portion, spot, area, or the like, that is especially or solely vulnerable: His Achilles heel is his quick temper. See more.

  11. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › achilles-heelAchilles’ heel | meaning of Achilles’ heel in Longman Dictionary...

    Achilles’ heel meaning, definition, what is Achilles’ heel: a weak part of someone’s character, whic...: Learn more.