Infirmity Meaning
/ɪnˈfɜːmɪti/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounFeebleness, frailty or ailment, especially due to old age.
nounA moral weakness or defect.
Sentence Examples
Fadil's infirmity didn't slow him down.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His advanced age brought physical ____, including joint pain and poor balance when walking.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Old age often brings with it various types of physical ____ that can be difficult to manage.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English infirm Proto-Indo-European *-teh₂ Proto-Indo-European *-ts Proto-Indo-European *-teh₂ts Latin -itāsder. Old French -itebor. Middle English -ite English -ity English infirmity From infirm + -ity.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His advanced age brought physical ____, including joint pain and poor balance when walking.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Old age often brings with it various types of physical ____ that can be difficult to manage.