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Feeble

🇬🇧 UK //ˈfiːbəl// 🇺🇸 US //ˈfiːbəl//

Meaning of Feeble

Very weak, lacking strength or force.

In simple words: Very weak or not strong

Feeble in a sentence

• The feeble branches swayed in the light breeze.
• His feeble attempt to lift the weight showed how out of shape he was.
• She gave a feeble smile, not wanting to seem rude.
• The feeble sound from the loudspeaker barely reached the audience.
• Despite his feeble excuses, it was clear he was not telling the truth.

How to use Feeble

Use 'feeble' to describe physical weakness or lack of strength, often in a negative context. It's not used for strong, positive descriptions.

Grammar pattern

attributive or predicative adjective

Memory hint

Imagine a feeble old man struggling to lift a feather.

Related words

Collocations with Feeble

• feeble attempt
• feeble excuse
• feeble health
• feeble light

Synonyms for Feeble

• weak
• fragile
• delicate
• infirm
• ineffectual

Opposites of Feeble

• strong
• powerful
• robust
• sturdy

Common mistakes with Feeble

• Confused with 'weak' but 'feeble' implies even less strength.
• Used to describe objects instead of people or actions.
• Mistaken to mean 'faint' or 'dim', which have different contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Feeble

What does Feeble mean?

Very weak or not strong

What is the definition of Feeble?

Very weak, lacking strength or force.

How do you use Feeble in a sentence?

The feeble branches swayed in the light breeze.

Can you give another example of Feeble?

His feeble attempt to lift the weight showed how out of shape he was.

What are synonyms for Feeble?

Common alternatives include weak, fragile, delicate, infirm, ineffectual.

What is the opposite of Feeble?

Opposite meanings include strong, powerful, robust, sturdy.

What words go with Feeble?

It commonly pairs with feeble attempt, feeble excuse, feeble health, feeble light.

What are common mistakes when using Feeble?

Confused with 'weak' but 'feeble' implies even less strength. Used to describe objects instead of people or actions. Mistaken to mean 'faint' or 'dim', which have different contexts.

How do you pronounce Feeble?

US: //ˈfiːbəl//, UK: //ˈfiːbəl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Feeble?

Use 'feeble' to describe physical weakness or lack of strength, often in a negative context. It's not used for strong, positive descriptions.

What CEFR level is Feeble?

"Feeble" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.