Learn how to use the comparative “feebler” and superlative “feeblest” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “feeble”?

The comparative form of “feeble” is “feebler”.

Example

His voice became feebler as he grew older.

Example

The patient's heartbeat is feebler than before.

What is the superlative form of “feeble”?

The superlative form of “feeble” is “feeblest”.

Example

Among all the competitors, he was the feeblest.

Example

The old man has the feeblest grip.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with feeble, feebler, and feeblest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more feeble' and 'most feeble' are not commonly used. Instead, feebler and feeblest are the correct and preferred forms to use.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Feeble does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: Feeble → Feebler Superlative: Feeble → Feeblest

Expressions with similar meanings to “feebler”

weaker

Used to describe something that has less strength or power

Example

The weaker team lost the game.

frailer

Used to describe something that is physically delicate or fragile

Example

The frailer flowers wilted in the hot sun.

more feeble

A slightly formal way of expressing increased weakness

Example

Her grandmother's voice grew more feeble as she aged.

Expressions with similar meanings to “feeblest”

weakest

Similar to feeblest, this emphasizes a lack of strength or power

Example

The weakest link in the chain caused it to break.

frailist

Similar to feeblest, this emphasizes physical delicacy or fragility

Example

The frailist branches snapped under the weight of the snow.

most feeble

A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of weakness

Example

The patient's condition was at its most feeble before the surgery.

Using than with comparative “feebler”

When using the comparative form feebler to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "His voice is feebler than hers." Here, than is used to show that the strength of 'his' voice is less than the strength of 'hers'.

How can I use this expression in context?

“feebler” and “feeblest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Physical Strength

  He has a feebler grip than his brother.

  He has a feebler grip than his brother.

• 2. Health

  The patient's condition is feeblest after the surgery.

  The patient's condition is feeblest after the surgery.

• 3. Objects

  The old chair is feebler than the new one.

  The old chair is feebler than the new one.

• 4. Sounds

  The sound of the wind grew feebler as the storm passed.

  The sound of the wind grew feebler as the storm passed.

• 5. Performance

  Her singing was feeblest during her illness.

  Her singing was feeblest during her illness.

Related idioms and phrases

Weak as a kitten

Extremely weak or lacking in strength.

Example

After being sick for a week, she felt weak as a kitten.

Faint-hearted

Lacking courage or determination.

Example

He was too faint-hearted to confront his fears.

Paper tiger

Something or someone that appears powerful or threatening but is actually weak or ineffectual.

Example

The dictator turned out to be a paper tiger when faced with opposition.