INFIRM


Meaning of INFIRM in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ in-ˈfərm ]

adjective

Etymology: Middle English, from Latin infirmus, from in- + firmus firm

Date: 14th century

1. : of poor or deteriorated vitality ; especially : feeble from age

2. : weak of mind, will, or character : irresolute , vacillating

3. : not solid or stable : insecure

Synonyms: see weak

• in·firm·ly adverb

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.