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tenuous

adjective
/ˈtɛn.ju.əs/

Meaning

Very weak, thin, or slight; lacking a strong basis.

Example Sentences

The evidence against him is quite tenuous.

Synonyms

weak, fragile, thin, slight, insubstantial

Antonyms

strong, solid, firm

Collocations

tenuous link, tenuous argument, tenuous relationship, tenuous connection

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