brittle BRIT-l adjective noun WS #7

hard but easily broken or cracked; fragile; lacking warmth or sensitivity; unstable or impermanent

1. The glass was so brittle that it shattered when it fell.
2. Her brittle personality made it difficult to form close relationships.
3. The peace agreement proved to be brittle and soon collapsed.
4. He spoke in a brittle tone that revealed his irritation.
5. The dry, brittle leaves crunched underfoot.

a confection of melted sugar, usually with nuts, brittle when cooled

1. She made a delicious peanut brittle for the holiday party.
2. The brittle stuck to his teeth as he chewed.
3. Homemade almond brittle is her specialty dessert.
4. The brittle needs to cool completely before being broken into pieces.
5. He preferred brittle with a hint of sea salt.