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infirm

[ɪnˈfɜːm]

infirm Definition

  • 1not physically or mentally strong, especially through age or illness
  • 2lacking in strength or firmness

Using infirm: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "infirm" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The infirm old man struggled to walk up the stairs.

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    The building's infirm foundation caused it to collapse.

  • Example

    She was too infirm to attend the meeting.

  • Example

    The infirm grip of the athlete caused him to drop the ball.

infirm Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for infirm

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Summary: infirm in Brief

The term 'infirm' [ɪnˈfɜːm] refers to a lack of physical or mental strength, often due to age or illness. It can also describe something that is lacking in strength or firmness. Examples include 'The infirm old man struggled to walk up the stairs' and 'The building's infirm foundation caused it to collapse.' Synonyms for 'infirm' include 'weak,' 'feeble,' and 'frail.'