feeble
|fee/ble|
B2
/ˈfiːbəl/
weakness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'feeble' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'feble,' where 'feble' meant 'weak or frail.'
Historical Evolution
'feble' transformed into the Middle English word 'feeble,' and eventually became the modern English word 'feeble.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'weak or frail,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness.
The old man was too feeble to stand.
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Adjective 2
lacking strength of character or determination.
His feeble attempt to apologize was not convincing.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40