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foible

The correct spelling is foible.

How to pronounce foible

/ˈfɔɪbəl/
noun

IPA: /ˈfɔɪbəl/

Say it like: Foy-ble

The correct spelling is foible. A quirk, idiosyncrasy, or mannerism; unusual habit or way (usage is typically plural), that is slightly strange or silly. For example: "Try to look past his foibles and see the friendly fellow underneath."

Usage Examples

Try to look past his foibles and see the friendly fellow underneath.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A quirk, idiosyncrasy, or mannerism; unusual habit or way (usage is typically plural), that is slightly strange or silly.
  2. 2.A weakness or failing of character.
  3. 3.Part of a sword between the middle and the point, weaker than the forte.

adjective

  1. 1.Weak; feeble.

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