tenuous
The word “tenuous” has 3 syllables: ten-u-ous
It's pronounced as /ˈtɛnjuəs/
What is synonym and antonym for tenuous?
In the thesaurus, “tenuous” has 29 synonyms and 21 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for tenuous along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for tenuous
- breakable
- dainty
- delicate
- dodgy
- doubtable
- doubtful
- dubious
- dubitable
- eggshell
- feeble
- fine
- flimsy
- fragile
- frail
- frangible
- gossamer
- insubstantial
- problematic
- problematical
- questionable
- shady
- shaky
- slight
- soft
- suspect
- suspicious
- uncertain
- unsubstantial
- weak
Antonyms for tenuous
- elastic
- firm
- flexible
- hard
- infrangible
- nonbreakable
- resilient
- rigid
- rubberlike
- rubbery
- solid
- springy
- stretch
- stretchable
- strong
- sturdy
- substantial
- supple
- tough
- unbreakable
- unyielding
Meanings of tenuous
- adjective
- Thin in substance or consistency.
- Insubstantial.
Example Sentences
- The connection between the two crimes was tenuous at best.
- His argument was based on tenuous evidence.
- They maintained a tenuous relationship after the disagreement.
- The link between diet and behavior in that study is rather tenuous.
- She had only a tenuous grasp of the language when she arrived.
On this page you'll find 50 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to tenuous, such as: breakable, dainty, delicate, dodgy, doubtable, doubtful, dubious.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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