Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brittle
adjective
/ˈbrɪtəl/
Definition
Easily broken, cracked, or snapped; lacking elasticity.
Examples
- The glass was so brittle that it shattered at the slightest impact.
- Her hair became brittle and dry after many chemical treatments.
- The brittle climate in winter can cause pipes to freeze and break.
Meaning
The quality of being fragile or delicate, often resulting in the inability to withstand stress without breaking.
Synonyms
- fragile
- breakable
- shatterable
- delicate
- weak
