Adjectives of Weakness

not strong or vigorous in body or movement

After several days without food, he felt too weak to stand.

easily damaged or broken

The butterfly's wings were fragile, thin and translucent in the sunlight.

likely to break due to the lack of strength or durability

The flimsy cardboard box fell apart when it was lifted.

lacking the ability or authority to influence or control situations

The citizens were powerless to stop the corrupt government officials.

to cause something to become weak or less effective

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can impair hearing over time.

to walk with difficulty, particularly due to a damaged or stiff leg or foot

After twisting his ankle, he had to limp back to the car, wincing with each step.

extremely delicate, light, as if it belongs to a heavenly realm

The ethereal music of the flute floated through the room, creating a sense of calm.

easily broken, cracked, or shattered due to the lack of flexibility and resilience

With each step, the brittle twigs underfoot snapped loudly in the quiet forest.

small and attractive in shape, structure, or appearance

The delicate ballerina moved across the stage with grace and precision, captivating the audience with her elegant movements.

very weak or insubstantial

The connection between the two events was tenuous at best, with little evidence to support it.

able to be physically harmed or wounded

The baby birds in the nest were vulnerable to predators until they learned to fly.

having a weak physical state or delicate health

The frail old woman struggled to carry her groceries up the stairs.

lacking in physical strength or energy

In his old age, he became increasingly feeble, unable to perform tasks he once found easy.

to make someone or something weaker or less effective

The ongoing stress is debilitating his mental health.

barely noticeable or weak in intensity

He felt a faint sense of unease as he entered the dark room.

easily damaged or destroyed

The glass vase on the table is breakable, so please handle it with care.