Spindly

usgb/ˈspɪndli/
adjective

Thin and weak in appearance.

The spindly branches of the tree swayed in the wind.
Visual representation of "spindly" - Thin and weak in appearance.

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Neutral

spindly legs, spindly arms, spindly growth

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Visual representation of "spindly"
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Descriptive Imagery

Using 'spindly' can evoke images of fragility.

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Her spindly fingers danced over the piano keys.
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Contextual Use

Best used when describing both people and objects to convey weakness.

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The spindly chair wobbled under his weight.
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Negative Connotation

Often implies a lack of strength or robustness.

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He took a spindly route through his challenges.
Visual representation of the word "Spindly"

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