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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