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Definition of frailness

frailness

/ˈfreɪl.nəs/
frail · ness
Adverb:frailly
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Adjective:frail
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• noun

1

The state or quality of being physically weak, delicate, or easily broken.

Example

"The physical frailness of the recovering patient meant that any strenuous exercise had to be postponed."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'frailness' and 'frailty' share the same root, 'frailness' usually refers specifically to physical delicacy or poor health, whereas 'frailty' is much more common and encompasses both physical weakness and moral or character flaws.

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• Nearby Words

fragrant
fragrantly
frail
frailness
frailty
framable
frame

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Frailness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/frailness
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