Definitions and Examples of fragile, breakable, soft
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Easily broken or damaged; delicate.
Example
The vase was so fragile that it broke into pieces when it fell from the table.
Capable of being broken or damaged.
Example
The package contained a set of breakable glasses that needed to be handled with care.
Easily bent, cut, or crushed; not hard or firm.
Example
The pillow was so soft that it felt like a cloud when she lay her head on it.
Key Differences: fragile vs breakable vs soft
- 1Fragile describes something that is easily broken or damaged due to its delicate nature.
- 2Breakable describes something that is capable of being broken or damaged, but not necessarily because of its delicate nature.
- 3Soft describes something that is not hard or firm, and can be easily bent, cut, or crushed.
Effective Usage of fragile, breakable, soft
- 1Describing Objects: Use these antonyms to describe the physical characteristics of objects.
- 2Comparing and Contrasting: Use these antonyms to highlight the differences between objects.
- 3Giving Instructions: Use these antonyms to give instructions on how to handle objects safely.
Remember this!
The antonyms of adamantine describe objects that are not strong, hard, or resistant to damage. Fragile describes something that is easily broken or damaged due to its delicate nature, breakable describes something that is capable of being broken or damaged, but not necessarily because of its delicate nature, and soft describes something that is not hard or firm, and can be easily bent, cut, or crushed. Use these antonyms to describe objects, compare and contrast them, and give instructions on how to handle them safely.
