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TENUOUS

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Tenuous.

Tenuous - as an adjective satellite

Having thin consistency

Example: "A tenuous fluid"

Very thin in gauge or diameter

Example: "A tenuous thread"

Lacking substance or significance

Example: "Slight evidence"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flimsyfragileslightthin

Tenuous - as an adjective

Thin in substance or consistency.

Example: "Far from being amicable, the numbers seemed to turn their backs on each other, and i couldn't find a pair with even the most tenuous connection."

Insubstantial.

Example: "His argument was not convincing in the debate, considering how tenuous it was."

Example Sentences

"Her tenuous grasp on reality made it difficult for others to relate to her."
"The company's financial situation is tenuous at best."
"They have a tenuous connection to the political scandal."
"The evidence against him is only tenuous and circumstantial."
"Their friendship has become tenuous over the years."
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Word Game Points

Is TENUOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tenuous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TENUOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is TENUOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tenuous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TENUOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is TENUOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tenuous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TENUOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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