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flimsiest

|flim/si/est|

B2

/ˈflɪm.zi.ɪst/

(flimsy)

weak and insubstantial

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeAdverb
flimsyflimsierflimsiestflimsily
Etymology
Etymology Information

'flimsy' originates from the Scandinavian language, specifically the word 'flimsig', where 'flim-' meant 'weak' or 'thin'.

Historical Evolution

'flimsig' changed from the Scandinavian word 'flimsig' and eventually became the modern English word 'flimsy'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'weak or thin', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking strength or substance'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

superlative form of 'flimsy', meaning the most lacking in strength or substance.

The bridge was the flimsiest structure I had ever seen.

Synonyms

weakestfrailest

Antonyms

strongeststurdies

Examples

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Last updated: 2025/02/14 17:29