noun
Refers to a state of being weaker or inferior in power, influence, or position. Often used in contrast to 強勢 (きょうせい, 'strength' or 'dominance').
交渉では弱勢に立たされていた。
We were placed in a position of weakness in the negotiations.
弱勢を感じる場面も多い。
There are many situations where one feels inferiority.