Meaning & use
infirmities
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Physical or mental weaknesses or ailments, especially those associated with age or illness.
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Despite the infirmities of old age, she still gardened every morning.
The hospice cares for patients with a range of chronic infirmities.
A note on using this word
Often used to describe the cumulative physical weaknesses that come with aging or long-term illness.
Words with a similar meaning
ailmentsfrailties
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strengthsvigor
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