flimsy

//ˈflɪm.zi//
B2Frequency Level 12Neutral
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Adjective

flimsyCanonical form
flimsierComparative
flimsiestSuperlative
1

Weak and thin; easily damaged or broken.

The flimsy cardboard box fell apart in the rain.

2

(Of clothing) light and thin, offering little protection or warmth.

She wore a flimsy dress that did nothing to keep out the cold.

3

(Of an argument, excuse, or reason) weak and unconvincing; lacking substance.

His excuse for being late was flimsy and no one believed him.

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