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What is another word for Feeble? – 242 Feeble Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    weak fragile frail delicate faint slight slender thin feeble-minded enfeebled debilitated infirm sickly ailing unwell delicate dainty puny powerless helpless impotent ineffective inadequate insufficient lame crippled handicapped powerless spineless timid weak-willed irresolute indecisive faint-hearted cowardly craven weak-kneed trembly shaky unsteady rickety unstable insecure uncertain questionable dubious suspect vulnerable exposed susceptible sensitive tender brittle flimsy ramshackle decrepit dilapidated

    Meaning of Feeble

    The primary meaning of the word "feeble" is lacking physical or mental strength.

    Definitions

    • Lacking physical or mental strength, or force of character
    • Weak and slight, either in body or mind
    • Lacking power or effectiveness

    Etymology of Feeble

    The word "feeble" has its roots in Old French "feble," which is derived from Latin "debilis," meaning weak
    Historically, the word has been used to describe physical or mental weakness since the 14th century

    Example Uses

    • The feeble old man could barely walk without assistance
    • Her feeble attempt at cooking resulted in a burnt meal
    • The company's feeble financial performance led to its bankruptcy

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    strong powerful robust sturdy healthy vigorous energetic potent effective adequate sufficient capable competent efficient skilled proficient bold fearless courageous resolute determined decisive firm steadfast unshakeable unwavering unrelenting fierce ferocious intense passionate dedicated committed forceful dynamic influential dominant commanding authoritative powerful mighty muscular brawny athletic agile nimble quick speedy rapid swift

    Related Nouns

    weakness fragility frailty delicacy faintness slightness slenderness thinness feebleness infirmity sickness ailment disease disability handicap impotence ineffectiveness inadequacy insufficiency powerlessness helplessness timidity cowardice irresolution indecisiveness faint-heartedness cowardliness vulnerability susceptibility sensitivity tenderness brittleness flimsiness ramshackle decrepitude dilapidation

    Related Verbs

    weaken fragilize enfeeble debilitate incapacitate disable cripple hamstring hinder impede obstruct thwart frustrate foil defeat overcome overpower overwhelm exhaust drain deplete diminish reduce lessen attenuate mitigate moderate temper soften mollify alleviate relieve succor support strengthen fortify reinforce invigorate energize animate vitalize revitalize

    Related Adjectives

    weak fragile frail delicate faint slight slender thin feeble-minded enfeebled debilitated infirm sickly ailing unwell delicate dainty puny powerless helpless impotent ineffective inadequate insufficient lame crippled handicapped powerless spineless timid weak-willed irresolute indecisive faint-hearted cowardly craven weak-kneed trembly shaky unsteady rickety unstable insecure uncertain questionable dubious suspect vulnerable exposed susceptible sensitive tender brittle flimsy ramshackle decrepit dilapidated