Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paper-thin
Adjective
ˈpeɪpər θɪn
Definition
Extremely thin or flimsy, similar in thickness to a sheet of paper.
Examples
- The artist created a paper-thin sculpture that looked almost weightless.
- The walls in the old house were paper-thin, allowing the sounds from the neighboring rooms to drift through.
- She wore a paper-thin dress that fluttered in the breeze.
Meaning
The term ‘paper-thin’ describes something that is very thin or delicate, often to the point of being fragile or easily torn.
Synonyms
- Thin
- Flimsy
- Delicate
- Translucent
