BRICKLE Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

brickle

adjective

ˈbri-kəl

Definition of brickle

dialect

as in brittle

having a texture that readily breaks into little pieces under pressure that stuff's so brickle that it breaks into pieces as soon as you touch it

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Persistent wilting, widespread leaf drop, and brittle stems are signs your tomato plant is unlikely to recover.

— Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 15 July 2026
Wilting when soil moisture seems adequate, browning brittle leaves, and stunted growth can all be signs of too much fertilizer.

— Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026

Definition of brittle

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And once my pink shoulders had enough sun, a crisp white button-down became the perfect cover-up for a little extra protection.

— Kasey Busiel, Vogue, 17 July 2026
Damon can be as crisp an orator as any actor now working, but his performance here reminds you why Jason Bourne, moving stealthily through a crowd like a sheathed dagger, remains one of his defining roles.

— Justin Chang, New Yorker, 17 July 2026

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