foible
adjective
1. (obsolete) Weak; feeble.
noun
1. a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual
Similar word(s): idiosyncrasy, mannerism
Definition categories: attribute, distinctiveness, peculiarity, speciality, specialness, specialty
2. the weaker part of a sword's blade from the forte to the tip
Definition categories: man–made, part, portion
Sentences with foible as a noun:
- Try to look past his foibles and see the friendly fellow underneath.