Definition

The quality of being easily broken or damaged; a state of weakness or delicacy.

Example

The fragility of the glass made it difficult to transport safely.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the fragility of relationships?

Yeah, it’s interesting how easily things can change between people.

Right? It makes you appreciate the strong connections we have.

Absolutely! We should always be mindful of that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fragility → It is formed from "fragilis" (from Latin, meaning easily broken) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "fragility" refers to the state of being easily broken or damaged.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'easily broken' — 'fragilis' means fragile, and '-ity' indicates a state. This helps you remember that fragility describes the quality of being delicate.

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