apparent flaw
/əˈpærənt ˈflɔː/ · ap·par·ent·flaw
noun
- a defect or imperfection that is visible or obvious The apparent flaw in the glass vase made it unsuitable for display.
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Did you know? The concept of an 'apparent flaw' is often used in literature and philosophy to describe the idea that our perceived weaknesses can sometimes be our greatest strengths. For example, the apparent flaw in a character's personality can make them more relatable and human.