flawed

adjective

ˈflȯd How to pronounce flawed (audio)
Synonyms of flawednext
: having a defect or imperfection
a flawed diamond
a flawed plan

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a flawed paint job that resulted in some peeling almost as soon as the paint had dried
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Best known for playing the flawed but fiercely loyal Fiona Gallagher on the Showtime dramedy Shameless, Rossum has always gravitated towards imperfect heroines. — Brianne Tracy, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026 Though the data are incomplete and flawed, of 10,937 felony drug cases tracked by 29 courts that reported to the state, 1,305 defendants elected to receive treatment. — Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026 That, however, was a flawed concept, as last season’s lowly 10th place finish in the Premier League table proved. — Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 Earlier this summer, Jeffco argued the federal investigation was based on flawed information. — Jesse Sarles, CBS News, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for flawed

Word History

First Known Use

1608, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of flawed was in 1608

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“Flawed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flawed. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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