FRIABLE
(adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Friable.
How to pronounce friable:
UK
Friable - as an adjective satellite
Easily broken into small fragments or reduced to powder
Example: "Friable sandstone"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crumbly16Friable - as an adjective
Easily broken into small fragments, crumbled, or reduced to powder.
(of soil) loose and large-grained in consistency.
(of poisons) likely to crumble and become airborne, thus becoming a health risk
(of a number) smooth: that factors completely into small prime numbers.
Example Sentences
"The soil in this garden is very friable and crumbles easily."
"The old building has walls made of friable limestone that is prone to erosion."
"The friable rocks along the cliff face pose a danger to hikers."
"Be careful with this antique pottery, as it is quite friable and can break easily."
"The crumbling walls of the ancient castle are composed of friable sandstone."
Word Game Points
Is FRIABLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, friable is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FRIABLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is FRIABLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, friable is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFRIABLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is FRIABLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, friable is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFRIABLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
