Meaning
Characterized by imperfections, deficiencies, or shortcomings that undermine the integrity, reliability, or effectiveness of an object, concept, or argument, often leading to critical evaluation or reconsideration of its validity or utility.
💡 While "flawed" often denotes a negative quality, it can also imply a nuanced understanding of complexity, suggesting that imperfections can coexist with strengths, particularly in critical analyses.
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Common Phrases
fundamentally flawed
inherently flawed
flawed reasoning
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