flimsy meaning and definition

FLIMSY noun

Definition of flimsy (noun)

1. a thin strong lightweight translucent paper used especially for making carbon copies
   • synonyms: onionskin

FLIMSY adjective

Definition of flimsy (adjective)

1. lacking solidity or strength
   • "a flimsy table"; "flimsy construction"
2. not convincing
   • "unconvincing argument"; "as unconvincing as a forced smile"
   • synonyms: unconvincing
   • antonym: convincing
3. lacking substance or significance
   • "slight evidence"; "a tenuous argument"; "a thin plot"; a fragile claim to fame"
   • synonyms: fragile, slight, tenuous, thin