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- Dictionaryin·fir·mi·ty/inˈfərmədē/
noun
- 1. physical or mental weakness: "old age and infirmity come to men and women alike" Similar Opposite
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The meaning of INFIRMITY is the quality or state of being infirm. How to use infirmity in a sentence.
INFIRMITY definition: 1. illness, especially for long periods or because of old age: 2. illness, especially for long…. Learn more.
A weakness or disability, especially due to old age, is called an infirmity. The noun infirmity, when used alone, is generally understood to mean physical frailty.
Infirmity generally refers to a physical or mental weakness, or a disease or disability, especially associated with old age, that restricts normal functioning or activities. This term can also be used metaphorically to describe a weakness or failing in a person's character. How to pronounce infirmity? How to say infirmity in sign language?
INFIRMITY meaning: 1. illness, especially for long periods or because of old age: 2. illness, especially for long…. Learn more.
3 meanings: 1. the state or quality of being infirm 2. physical weakness or debility; frailty 3. a moral flaw or failing.... Click for more definitions.
The condition of being infirm, often as associated with old age; weakness or frailty: the infirmity brought on by the disease. b. A bodily ailment or weakness: complained about his infirmities.
Infirmity definition: a physical weakness or ailment. See examples of INFIRMITY used in a sentence.
Definition of infirmity noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Weakness of resolution or character. The infirmity inherent in human nature. A moral failing or defect in character. The infirmities and depravities of corrupt nobles. We therefore do him the injustice of mistaking his infirmity for perversity.
