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fragile
01
easily damaged or broken
Example
The butterfly 's wings were fragile, thin and translucent in the sunlight.
She wrapped the fragile ornaments in bubble wrap before placing them in the box.
The fragile glass vase shattered when it fell to the ground.
02
easily becoming ill due to being in a weakened physical state
Example
The elderly, with their often fragile health, are advised to get the flu vaccine each year to avoid complications.
Children with certain congenital conditions can be more fragile and prone to infections.
After months of chemotherapy, his immune system was fragile, making him susceptible to even minor illnesses.
03
lacking substance or significance
