PERISHABLE Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

perishable

adjective

Definition of perishable

as in fragile

likely to spoil or decay quickly; not likely to stay fresh for a long time if not eaten or used Don't buy large amounts of perishable foods like produce before you leave for vacation.

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Recent Examples of perishable Travel experts recommend simple, non-perishable snacks, secure containers, and considerate timing when eating on board. — Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2026 Heat can also change the texture and quality of some candies, especially those made with chocolate, dairy, or other perishable ingredients. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 9 Aug. 2026 Get leftovers and other perishable foods into the refrigerator within two hours, and keep your refrigerator at 40°F or colder. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026 The inspector noted two repeat violations — perishable items not being held at a safe temperature and an insufficient number of sinks for employees to wash their hands. — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for perishable

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Adjective

When their ailing mother comes to live with them, old resentments resurface, forcing both women to confront grief, faith, ambition, and the fragile bonds that hold a family together.

— Zac Ntim, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2026
The characters aren’t simply vulnerable—they’re contradictory and fragile.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of fragile

Adjective

Government debt makes up more than 200% of its gross domestic product, leaving its finances highly sensitive to rising borrowing costs.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
In addition to pressure, the team demonstrated that the same basic glass platform could also be made sensitive to temperature.

— Pawel Maniewski, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of sensitive

Adjective

The only way to safely examine these delicate remains is through highly sensitive techniques like neutron imaging.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2026
Although combining these delicate thin films usually causes damage and blocks light, special protection layers and modified electrodes overcome these assembly issues to maximize power output.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of delicate

Adjective

Brightly colored and casual beach attire is a no-fail way to get flagged as a vulnerable tourist while abroad.

— Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
Supply chains and raw materials are vulnerable to extreme weather, while unpredictable temperatures can affect when consumers want to buy and wear products.

— Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of vulnerable

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