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Definition fragile in American English

fragile adjective

adjective
/ˈfrædʒəl/
1

easy to break or damage

Example

Most of the exhibits are too fragile to be sent abroad.

Synonyms and related words
weak fragile frail
1.1

used about a situation, agreement, or relationship that can easily be damaged or destroyed

Example

A fragile ceasefire is now in place.

Example

the fragile fishing-based economies of the South Pacific

Example

It was part of her job to boost fragile egos.

Synonyms and related words
sensitive moody prim
1.3

looking very delicate

Example

her fragile beauty

Synonyms and related words
beaded bedecked bejeweled
2

not very strong or healthy

Example

His health has always been fragile.

Synonyms and related words
ill frail unfit
2.1

someone who feels fragile feels weak, for example because they are sick

Example

I'm feeling a bit fragile this morning.

Synonyms and related words
ill frail unfit
Definition fragile in American English