Frayed

Synonyms of frayed

• worn
• tattered
• ragged

Antonyms of frayed

• new
• intact
• undamaged

Collocations of frayed

nerves

Frequency: 70 %

Her frayed nerves were evident as she anxiously tapped her foot.

edges

Frequency: 60 %

The frayed edges of the old book showed its age.

relationship

Frequency: 45 %

Their frayed relationship finally came to an end after years of tension.

rope

Frequency: 35 %

The frayed rope was no longer safe to use for climbing.

fabric

Frequency: 25 %

The frayed fabric of the old couch needed to be repaired.

Idiomatic Expressions for frayed

• Phrase: hanging by a thread
  Meaning: to be in a precarious or vulnerable situation
  Usage: The company's financial stability is hanging by a thread after the recent market crash.