Associations to the word «Foible»

Wiktionary

FOIBLE, adjective. (obsolete) Weak; feeble.
FOIBLE, noun. A quirk, idiosyncrasy, or mannerism; unusual habit or way (usage is typically plural), that is slightly strange or silly.
FOIBLE, noun. (fencing) Part of a sword between the middle and the point, weaker than the forte.
FOIBLE, noun. A weakness or failing of character.

Dictionary definition

FOIBLE, noun. A behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual.
FOIBLE, noun. The weaker part of a sword's blade from the forte to the tip.

Wise words

All our words from loose using have lost their edge.
Ernest Hemingway