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tenuously Definition and Meaning in English (tenuously definition)

adverb
Synonyms:weaklyflimsilyfaintly
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Tenuously definition: In a very slight, weak, or uncertain manner, often indicating a lack of substance, strength, or clarity.

Definitions of Tenuously

  1. 1adverb

    In a very slight, weak, or uncertain manner, often indicating a lack of substance, strength, or clarity.

Example Sentences

formal

“The argument was tenuously linked to the main topic.”

general

“Their hope for success hung tenuously in the balance.”

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nountenuousness
adjectivetenuous

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Tenuously definition: In a very slight, weak, or uncertain manner, often indicating a lack of substance, strength, or clarity.
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'Tenuously' translates to 'tenuously' in English. Tenuously definition: In a very slight, weak, or uncertain manner, often indicating a lack of substance, strength, or clarity.
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