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Frayed

Verb / freɪd / Another word for frayed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Frayed means to become worn or unravelled at the edge, typically through constant rubbing or fraying.

Synonyms & similar words

rub chafe scratch fret fray frazzle worn unravelled tattered ragged threadbare shabby frazzled worn-out fringing fringed raggedy raveled ravelled torn shredded tatty fringe

Example sentences

  1. 1. The old carpet was frayed at the edges.
  2. 2. The frayed shoelaces kept coming undone.
  3. 3. Her jeans were frayed at the hem.
  4. 4. The rope was frayed from constant use.
  5. 5. The frayed wire was a safety hazard.

Quotes

  • 1. "It is on the edge, the edge of frayed nerves, of sanity, of humanity." - Anthony Doerr
  • 2. "Our dreams are frayed at the edges, just like us." - Tahereh Mafi
  • 3. "We are all frayed and patched together souls." - Sally Green

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