fragile
frag|ile /fr'ædʒaɪl, AM -dʒəl/
1 [ADJ]
If you describe a situation as fragile, you mean that it is weak or uncertain, and unlikely to be able to resist strong pressure or attack. (JOURNALISM)
The fragile economies of several southern African nations could be irreparably damaged...
His overall condition remained fragile.
= unstable
● fragility [N-UNCOUNT] oft N of n
By mid-1988 there were clear indications of the extreme fragility of the Right-wing coalition.
2 [ADJ]
Something that is fragile is easily broken or damaged.
He leaned back in his fragile chair.
≠ sturdy
● fragility [N-UNCOUNT] oft N of n
Older drivers are more likely to be seriously injured because of the fragility of their bones.
1 [ADJ]
If you describe a situation as fragile, you mean that it is weak or uncertain, and unlikely to be able to resist strong pressure or attack. (JOURNALISM)
The fragile economies of several southern African nations could be irreparably damaged...
His overall condition remained fragile.
= unstable
● fragility [N-UNCOUNT] oft N of n
By mid-1988 there were clear indications of the extreme fragility of the Right-wing coalition.
2 [ADJ]
Something that is fragile is easily broken or damaged.
He leaned back in his fragile chair.
≠ sturdy
● fragility [N-UNCOUNT] oft N of n
Older drivers are more likely to be seriously injured because of the fragility of their bones.