C2 noun #65,905 most common

foible

UK /ˈfɔɪbəl/ | US /ˈfɔɪbəl/

A quirk, idiosyncrasy, or mannerism; unusual habit or way (usage is typically plural), that is slightly strange or silly.

foible in 30 Seconds

  • (noun) A quirk, idiosyncrasy, or mannerism; unusual habit or way (usage is typically plural), that is slightly strange or silly.
  • (noun) A weakness or failing of character.
  • (noun) Part of a sword between the middle and the point, weaker than the forte.

Meanings

  1. 1
    noun A quirk, idiosyncrasy, or mannerism; unusual habit or way (usage is typically plural), that is slightly strange or silly.
  2. 2
    noun A weakness or failing of character.
  3. 3
    noun Part of a sword between the middle and the point, weaker than the forte.
  4. 4
    adjective Weak; feeble.

Examples

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Synonyms

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