Synonyms for Frail
Definition of frail
- adjective
- physically weak; "an invalid's frail body"
- wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings; "I'm only a fallible human"; "frail humanity"
- easily broken or damaged or destroyed; "a kite too delicate to fly safely"; "fragile porcelain plates"; "fragile old bones"; "a frail craft"
12 synonyms found
Writing tips for "frail"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like breakable, decrepit, delicate can replace "frail" 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.
With 12 alternatives available, "frail" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Frail" in song lyrics
See how frail is used in real songs:
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"For me life was hell, I was twice as frail"
Ali Vegas — From the Ghetto -
"Pump a lil wieght so I'm not frail"
The Beatnuts f/ Greg Nice — Yo Yo Yo -
"And my crew prevail, these dudes is frail"
Bless f/ Cappadonna, Janette Sewell — Keep Rising