flimsy

(noun, adjective)

adjective

1. lacking solidity or strength

- a flimsy table

- flimsy construction

Similar word(s): weak, insubstantial

2. not convincing

- a flimsy argument

Similar word(s): unpersuasive, incredible, unbelievable, unconvincing

3. lacking substance or significance

Similar word(s): insignificant, unimportant, fragile, slight, tenuous, thin

Sentences with flimsy as an adjective:

- He expected the flimsy structure to collapse at any moment.

noun

1. a thin strong lightweight translucent paper used especially for making carbon copies

Similar word(s): onionskin

Definition categories: substance