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Definition of flawed

flawed

/flɔːd/
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• adjective

1

Containing fundamental weaknesses, logical errors, or moral shortcomings (of an argument, system, plan, or character).

Example

"The committee rejected the proposal because its financial projections were based on deeply flawed assumptions."

2

Having a physical defect, blemish, crack, or structural imperfection that diminishes quality or value.

Example

"The jeweler offered a steep discount on the ring because the central diamond was slightly flawed."

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• Rhymes for flawed

• Nearby Words

flavorsome
flavory
flaw
flawed
flawless
flawlessly
flawlessness

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Middle English noun 'flawe' (meaning a flake, spark, or crack), likely borrowed from Old Norse 'flaga' (a slab or layer of stone).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Flawed. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/flawed
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