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A2 — Elementaryadjective

fragile

fragile, delicate, breakable

Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)

delicatotenerodebolevulnerabilesottile

Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)

robustoresistentesolidoduroforte

Usage note

'Delicato' can mean delicate in texture or in health. 'Vulnerabile' is used mainly for people or systems. 'Fragile' works for both objects and emotions.

Example

"Maneggia questo vaso con cura — è molto fragile."

"Handle this vase carefully — it is very fragile."

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