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Foible
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Simple meaning
What does Foible mean?
A small weakness or odd habit.
Dictionary definition
A small weakness, odd habit, or minor flaw in character.
Example sentences
Foible in a sentence
easy
Being late is his main foible.
medium
The character's foible made her feel real.
hard
A foible is usually a minor fault rather than a serious failing.
Synonyms
Words like Foible
quirkAn unusual habit or trait.
weaknessRelated word that supports the meaning of foible.
Antonyms
Opposite words
strengthA strong or positive quality.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to foible, depending on context.
Word family
Foible word family
Base word
foible
noun
foibles
More than one foible.
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Practice 1
What does foible mean?
Foible means a small weakness or odd habit.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to foible?
Quirk is close in meaning to foible in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of foible?
Strength contrasts with foible.
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