Feeble
mediumNegative toneFEE-bul
adjective
Definition
Lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness
Memory hook
FEE-BLE: too weak to pay even a small FEE - pathetically lacking in strength.
Word roots
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Examples
“His feeble attempts to lift the box were unsuccessful.”
“The elderly man's voice was feeble but determined.”
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Fill in the blank with the right word:
“His ______ attempts to lift the box were unsuccessful.”
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feeble
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GRE Tip
Feeble is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "weak" or "frail" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "strong".
Related GRE Words
fragile
Easily broken or damaged; delicate
languish
To lose or lack vitality; to suffer from being forced to remain in an unpleasant place or situation
tenuous
Very weak or slight; insubstantial
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
abiding
Lasting for a long time; enduring and unchanging
abstract
Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence
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