infirmity (ɪnˈfɜːmɪtɪ
)
Definitions
noun
- the state or quality of being infirm
- physical weakness or debility; frailty
- a moral flaw or failing
Usage examples
`Did the post-mortem on Leonard Pearson reveal any infirmity or disability?
, The Book Lady (1993)Vajpayee, however, can beguile one into complacency with a disarming smile, poetic eloquence and apparent physical infirmity.
India Today (2002)Despite his hoarseness Sunday, the pope appeared in reasonably good form, given his age and infirmity due to a long battle with Parkinson's.
Samachar (2005)No disease or infirmity seems too big a challenge for antioxidants.
Independent (1999)However, he advanced in the College of Physicians, though due to infirmity (he had gout) was never the president.
, THE MEDICAL MYSTERIES E-OMNIBUS (2001)