frailness

Definitions

The quality or state of being physically weak, delicate, or infirm.

The condition of being easily broken, damaged, or destroyed; fragility.

A lack of intensity, strength, or moral resolve.

Examples

The frailness of the old bridge made the villagers nervous about crossing it during the storm.

She was struck by the sudden frailness of her grandfather, who had always seemed invincible to her as a child.

Synonyms

fragility weakness delicacy feebleness brittleness frailty infirmity

Antonyms

strength robustness sturdiness toughness durability vigor hardiness