flawed (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /flɔːd/

Definition

Having a defect or imperfection; not perfect or correct.

Examples

• The experiment's results were flawed due to a faulty measurement device.

• His argument, though passionate, was fundamentally flawed.

• Despite its flawed design, the ancient aqueduct served the city for centuries.

How to Use flawed

flawed by (prepositional phrase)

Containing a defect because of something specific. — "The report was flawed by numerous factual errors."

flawed in (prepositional phrase)

Containing a defect in a specific aspect or area. — "His strategy was flawed in its execution."

Synonyms of flawed

Words with a similar meaning to flawed:

• imperfect
• faulty
• defective
• erroneous
• unsound

Antonyms of flawed

Words with the opposite meaning to flawed:

• perfect
• flawless
• sound

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