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infirm

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Adj — Physically weak or in poor health, especially due to age or illness.

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old and infirm infirm patient become infirm

Etymology

From Latin infirmus, "weak, feeble."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “infirm” mean?

The word “infirm” means physically weak or in poor health, especially due to age or illness. In plain terms, weak or frail, usually because of old age or sickness.

How do you pronounce “infirm”?

“Infirm” is pronounced ihn-FURM (/ɪnˈfɜɹm/ in IPA).

How do you use “infirm” in a sentence?

Here is “infirm” used in a sentence: “Her grandfather had become too infirm to live alone.”

What is another word for “infirm”?

Words with a similar meaning to “infirm” include crank, ill, sick and unwell.

What is the opposite of “infirm”?

The opposite of “infirm” — its antonyms — is confirm.

What part of speech is “infirm”?

“Infirm” is an adjective.

Where does the word “infirm” come from?

The word “infirm” comes from Latin. From Latin infirmus, "weak, feeble.".

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