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feeble

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈfiːbəl/

feeble means: Too weak to have much effect or to convince anyone.

adjective

LACKING FORCEB2

Too weak to have much effect or to convince anyone.

  • That was a feeble excuse.
  • He made a feeble attempt to smile.
  • A feeble light shone from the window.

Similar words: weak, ineffective, faint

Opposites: strong, forceful

Common phrases: a feeble excuse, a feeble attempt, a feeble protest

PHYSICALLY WEAKB2

Having very little physical strength.

  • His legs were too feeble to support him.
  • She grew feeble after a long illness.
  • The feeble bird could barely lift its wings.

Similar words: weak, frail

Opposites: strong, robust

Common phrases: a feeble person, feeble legs, grow feeble

Questions about feeble

What does feeble mean?

Too weak to have much effect or to convince anyone.

What is feeble in other languages?

Türkçe: zayıf · Español: débil · Français: faible · Deutsch: schwach · Italiano: debole · 日本語: 弱い

How do you pronounce feeble?

It is pronounced /ˈfiːbəl/.

How do you use feeble in a sentence?

That was a feeble excuse. He made a feeble attempt to smile.

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