Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tenuous-link

noun

ˈtɛn.ju.əs lɪŋk

Definition

A tenuous link refers to a weak or insubstantial connection between things.

Examples

The evidence presented in court created only a tenuous link between the suspect and the crime.
Many scientists argue that the study shows a tenuous link between diet and mood.
His argument was based on a tenuous link between two unrelated theories.

Meaning

It describes a relationship that is not strong or well-founded, often suggesting that the connection could be easily broken or is not very significant.