frailty

frail·ty

noun \ˈfrāl-tē\

plural frailties

Definition of FRAILTY

1

: the quality or state of being frail

2

: a fault due to weakness especially of moral character

Examples of FRAILTY

1. the frailty of her voice
2. We can no longer be surprised by the frailties of our political leaders.

First Known Use of FRAILTY

14th century

Related to FRAILTY

Synonyms: demerit, dereliction, failing, foible, fault, shortcoming, sin, vice, want, weakness

Antonyms: merit, virtue

Related Words: blot, spot, stain; blemish, deficiency, flaw, imperfection, minus, nit; Achilles' heel, soft spot; corruption, depravity, evil, immorality, sinfulness, wickedness

Near Antonyms: excellence, perfection; goodness, integrity, morality, probity, rectitude, righteousness

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