What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fracturable
Example
The glass vase is very fracturable and should be handled with care. [fracturable: adjective]
Example
The rock was so fracturable that it crumbled easily under the weight of the hammer. [fracturable: adjective]
brittle
Example
The cookie was so brittle that it broke into pieces when I tried to pick it up. [brittle: adjective]
Example
The tree branch was brittle and snapped easily in the strong wind. [brittle: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Brittle is more commonly used than fracturable in everyday language, especially in technical or scientific contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between fracturable and brittle?
Both fracturable and brittle are formal terms that are typically used in technical or scientific contexts.
