tenuous

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(ten-u-ous) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. thin in form; flimsy; weak; thin slender or slight in form from Latin root 'tunuis' meaning THIN

Example Sentence

He has a tenuous understanding of mathematics.

Synonyms

flimsy; fragile; frail; groundless; thin; slender

Antonyms

convincing; strong; substantial; brawny; massive

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Rhymes

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