fragile

• Qualifie quelque chose qui se casse, s'abîme ou se détruit facilement.

Describes something that is easily broken, damaged, or destroyed.

1. Easily broken or damagedA2formal

   Something that is delicate and can be easily broken, shattered, or damaged.

   Fragile (facilement cassable)

   • Be careful with that vase; it's very fragile.
   • The package was labeled 'fragile' to warn handlers.
   • Her fragile health required constant care.

   Synonymesbreakablebrittlecrumblydelicateflimsyfrailfrangible

   Antonymesdurableresilientstrongsturdytough

2. Emotionally vulnerableB2formal

   Describing a person who is emotionally sensitive or easily upset.

   Fragile émotionnellement

   • After the breakup, he felt emotionally fragile.
   • She was in a fragile state after the accident.
   • The child's fragile confidence needed gentle encouragement.

   Synonymesbrittledelicatefrailinsecuresensitivetenderthin-skinnedvulnerable

   Antonymeshardyresilientstablestoicstrongtoughunflappable

3. Delicate or subtleB1formal

   Used to describe something that is fine, light, or not robust.

   Délicat ou subtil

   • The fragile lace on her dress was beautifully crafted.
   • The fragile ecosystem of the coral reef is under threat.
   • The fragile balance of the economy can be disrupted easily.

   Synonymesbrittledaintydelicatefineflimsyfrailtenuous

   Antonymesdurablerobuststrongsturdytough