Meaning of the word tenuous in English

What does tenuous mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tenuous

US /ˈten.ju.əs/

UK /ˈten.ju.əs/

very weak or slight

Example:

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The link between the two events is rather tenuous.

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He has only a tenuous grasp of the facts.

Synonym:

flimsy fragile dubious questionable slight

(of a rope, fiber, or other filament) very thin; slender

Example:

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The spider spun a tenuous thread.

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The bridge was supported by tenuous cables.

Synonym:

thin fine delicate slender

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