foible
Because it is a word with a single syllable, foible is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions offoible
- A quirk, idiosyncrasy, or mannerism; unusual habit or way (usage is typically plural), that is slightly strange or silly.
Example: "Try to look past his foibles and see the friendly fellow underneath."
- A weakness or failing of character.
- Part of a sword between the middle and the point, weaker than the forte.
- Weak; feeble.
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