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feebler

feebler is the comparative form of feeble.

Meaning of feeble

Adjective

feeble (comparative feebler, superlative feeblest)

  1. Deficient in physical strength.
    • Though she appeared old and feeble, she could still throw a ball.
  2. Lacking force, vigor, or effectiveness in action or expression; faint.
    • That was a feeble excuse for an example.

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Questions about feebler

What is feebler the comparative form of?
Feebler is the comparative form of feeble.

Words near feebler in the dictionary

  1. feeblemindedly
  2. feeblemindedness
  3. feeblemindednesses
  4. feebleness
  5. feeblenesses
  6. feebler
  7. feebler-minded
  8. feebles
  9. feeblesome
  10. feebless
  11. feeblest

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