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What is another word for Frail? – 227 Frail Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    fragile weak feeble delicate dainty slender slight thin flimsy shaky unstable rickety infirm sickly ailing unwell fragilely brittle breakable shattery crumbly tottery spindly puny scrawny gaunt emaciated enfeebled debilitated weakened enervated exhausted spent limp languid listless lethargic torpid dormant quivering trembling shaking wavering unsteady insecure precarious perilous hazardous risky vulnerable susceptible sensitive tender soft gentle light airy gossamer diaphanous filmy gauzy transparent translucent ethereal intangible impalpable

    Meaning of Frail

    The primary meaning of the word "frail" is being weak or delicate in physical or mental condition.

    Definitions

    • Lacking strength or firmness, especially physically
    • Easily broken or damaged
    • Weak or delicate in physical or mental condition
    • Lacking robustness or resilience

    Etymology of Frail

    The word "frail" originates from the Old French word "frail", which is derived from the Latin word "fragilis", meaning "breakable" or "easily broken"
    Historically, the word has been used to describe both physical and moral weaknesses, with connotations of vulnerability and susceptibility to damage or harm

    Example Uses

    • The frail old man needed assistance to walk up the stairs
    • The frail branches of the tree were easily broken by the wind
    • After a long illness, she was left feeling frail and weak
    • The frail economy of the country was vulnerable to external shocks

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    strong robust sturdy solid firm stable secure unshakeable invulnerable resilient hardy vigorous energetic dynamic powerful potent forceful intense vehement passionate resolute determined unwavering unyielding steadfast solid substantial dense heavy weighty massive imposing formidable intimidating overwhelming

    Related Nouns

    weakness fragility delicacy vulnerability susceptibility instability insecurity precariousness fragileness brittleness breakability shakiness unsteadiness infirmity sickness ailment disease illness disorder disability impairment handicap frailty feebleness delicateness daintiness slenderness thinness flimsiness shakiness

    Related Verbs

    weaken enfeeble debilitate exhaust spend tire fatigue strain injure damage harm hurt break shatter fracture crack splinter crumble collapse topple tumble fall sink decline deteriorate degenerate worsen impair disable cripple incapacitate

    Related Adjectives

    fragile weak feeble delicate dainty slender slight thin flimsy shaky unstable rickety infirm sickly ailing unwell brittle breakable shattery crumbly tottery spindly puny scrawny gaunt emaciated enfeebled debilitated weakened enervated exhausted spent limp languid listless lethargic torpid dormant quivering trembling shaking wavering unsteady insecure precarious perilous hazardous risky vulnerable susceptible sensitive tender soft gentle light airy gossamer diaphanous filmy gauzy transparent translucent ethereal intangible impalpable