Synonyms for Brittle
Definition of brittle
- adjective
- having little elasticity; hence easily cracked or fractured or snapped; "brittle bones"; "glass is brittle"; "`brickle' and `brickly' are dialectal"
- lacking warmth and generosity of spirit; "a brittle and calculating woman"
- (of metal or glass) not annealed and consequently easily cracked or fractured
4 synonyms found
Writing tips for "brittle"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like breakable, toffee, brickle can replace "brittle" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Brittle" in song lyrics
See how brittle is used in real songs:
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"Sometimes when He's revealin He's hard like Peanut Brittle"
The Cross Movement — I Am That I Am -
"That'll make your mind get brittle"
Hollow Point [Mr. Lil One and Knightowl] — H - O - LL - O - W .9MM -
"Slit vein, sit still, crush all bones brittle"
MF Grimm — Howl