flimsy
Translation
flimsy, fragile, unconvincing
Examples
The box was made of flimsy cardboard.
The box was made of flimsy cardboard.
That's a flimsy excuse for being late.
That's a flimsy excuse for being late.
Grammar Patterns
a flimsy ((sth.)) easily damaged The box was made of flimsy cardboard.
a flimsy ((excuse/argument)) unconvincing That's a flimsy excuse.
Similar Words
Synonyms: thin, weak, fragile; Antonyms: sturdy, solid, strong
Etymology
Origin uncertain, but it evokes the thinness of 'film'.
Memory Tips
Think 'film-sy' - as thin and weak as a piece of film. This works for both physical objects and excuses.