Pronunciation: /ˈtɛnjuəs/
adjective Tenuous is an adjective that describes something very weak or slight, delicate, or flimsy.
A1 The rope holding up the swing was tenuous, so the children were cautious.
A2 The connection between the two ideas in the essay was tenuous at best.
B1 The relationship between the two countries is tenuous due to historical conflicts.
B2 The evidence linking the suspect to the crime was tenuous and inconclusive.
C1 The tenuous nature of the agreement made it difficult to trust its long-term viability.
C2 The artist's tenuous grasp on reality was evident in his abstract paintings.
formal The connection between the two variables is tenuous at best.
informal Their relationship is pretty tenuous right now.
slang The chances of winning the lottery are tenuous, but hey, you never know!
figurative The fragile peace agreement was tenuous, hanging by a thread.
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