Basic Details
Word: Fragility
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The quality of being easily broken, damaged, or hurt.
Synonyms: Frailty, weakness, delicacy
Antonyms: Strength, durability, robustness
Idioms and Phrases
- Fragile as a flower: Used to describe something that is very delicate or vulnerable. Example: "Her emotions were fragile as a flower, easily affected by even the smallest comment."
- Walking on eggshells: To be very careful about what one says or does, often because someone is sensitive. Example: "I felt like I was walking on eggshells around him because of his fragile mood."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The glass vase was beautiful but its fragility made us handle it with care.
Example 2: The child's fragility in the situation made everyone around her want to protect her.
Example 3: He presented his arguments with a fragility that made them difficult to strengthen under criticism.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "fragility" comes from the Latin word "fragilis", meaning "easily broken"? This reflects how the word has been used for centuries to describe delicate things that require special care.
Famous Quote
"Life is fragile; were not guaranteed a tomorrow, so take the time to appreciate today."
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "fragility" mean?
a) Strength
b) Easily broken or damaged
c) Hardness
d) Toughness
Answer: b) Easily broken or damaged
2. Which of these is a synonym of "fragility"?
a) Robustness
b) Durability
c) Frailty
d) Toughness
Answer: c) Frailty
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "fragility"?
a) Weakness
b) Delicacy
c) Strength
d) Vulnerability
Answer: c) Strength
4. Which sentence uses "fragility" correctly?
a) The fragility of the cake made it perfect for the party.
b) The fragility of the new toy made it last for years.
c) The fragility of the fabric led to careful washing instructions.
d) The fragility of the rocks made them great for climbing.
Answer: c) The fragility of the fabric led to careful washing instructions.
5. Which idiom means to be very careful due to sensitivity?
a) Fragile as a flower
b) Out of the woods
c) Walking on eggshells
d) In the same boat
Answer: c) Walking on eggshells
