Frailty

Noun

Definition: The quality or state of being weak or delicate.

Synonyms: Weakness, Delicacy, Feebleness

Antonyms: Strength, Robustness

Examples:

Her frailty prevented her from carrying heavy objects.
The frailty of the bridge made it unsafe to cross.

Mnemonics:

Imagine someone trying to hold a delicate porcelain vase that symbolizes frailty.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "frailty" originated from the Old French word "frelete" and the Latin word "fragilitas", both meaning "fragility" or "weakness".

Historical Usage:

The term has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the state or quality of being physically or morally weak.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Handle with care"

Explanation:

This phrase is often used to indicate that something is fragile or delicate, implying an awareness of its frailty.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Assuming that frailty only refers to physical weakness.

Explanation:

While frailty can describe physical weakness, it can also be used to describe the delicacy or vulnerability of something, such as a situation or an idea.