What does fragility mean?
Fragility means The condition or quality of being fragile; brittleness; frangibility..
Fragility
/fɹəˈd͡ʒɪlɪti/ · noun
Meaning
The condition or quality of being fragile; brittleness; frangibility..
Definitions by Sense
- The condition or quality of being fragile; brittleness; frangibility.
- Weakness; feebleness.
- (obsolete) Liability to error and sin; frailty.
Example Sentences
It is tempting to speculate about the incentives or compulsions that might explain why anyone would take to the skies in [the] basket [of a balloon]: […]; perhaps to moralise on the oneness or fragility of the planet, or to see humanity for the small and circumscribed thing that it is; […].
Synonyms for fragility
Antonyms for fragility
Related Words
Word Forms
- fragilities
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for fragility?
Common synonyms include fragileness, delicacy, breakability.
What is the opposite of fragility?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use fragility in a sentence?
It is tempting to speculate about the incentives or compulsions that might explain why anyone would take to the skies in [the] basket [of a balloon]: […]; perhaps to moralise on the oneness or fragility of the planet, or to see humanity for the small and circumscribed thing that it is; […].
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