flimsy — very thin and easily damaged; weak and unconvincing
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: very thin and easily damaged; weak and unconvincing
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈflɪmzi/
Example Sentences
- His flimsy alibi couldn't fool the detective who had seen every trick in the book.
- The flimsy paper dress lasted exactly one dance before falling apart at prom.
- My flimsy umbrella turned inside out and broke the moment I stepped outside.
flimsy
ADJECTIVE[/ˈflɪmzi/]
very thin and easily damaged; weak and unconvincing
The flimsy umbrella collapsed the moment the first gust hit her.
Her flimsy dress can't contain her whimsy as she does the shimmy!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'flimsy' originated in the mid-18th century, likely from the word 'flim' (a thin piece or film) combined with the suffix '-sy'. The exact ultimate origin is uncertain, but it may be related to Old Norse or similar Germanic roots referring to something thin or insubstantial.
Breakdown
flim (thin, insubstantial) + -sy (adjective-forming suffix, meaning 'having the quality of') = flimsy (thin and weak)
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📝Examples
“His flimsy alibi couldn't fool the detective who had seen every trick in the book.”
“The flimsy paper dress lasted exactly one dance before falling apart at prom.”
“My flimsy umbrella turned inside out and broke the moment I stepped outside.”
“The prosecution's case was built on flimsy evidence that wouldn't stand up in court.”
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