| Term | Definition |
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debilitate |
v. impair the strength of;enfeeble;weaken |
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decadent |
adj. marked by decay or decline;deteriorating |
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decrepit |
adj. broken down or weakened by old age or use |
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dilapidated |
adj. falling to pieces; decayed; partly ruined |
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enervate |
v. lessen the vigor or strength of; weaken |
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flimsy |
adj. lacking strength or solidity;frail |
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frail |
adj. not very strong;weak; fragile |
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incapacitate |
v. render incapable or unfit; disable |
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infirmity |
n.weakness; feebleness; fraility |
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bulwark |
n.wall-like defensive structure; rampart; defense |
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citadel |
n.fortess;stronghold |
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cogent |
adj. forcible;compelling; powerful |
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dynamic |
adj. forceful; energetic;active |
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formidable |
adj. exciting fear by reason of strength, size, difficulty |
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forte |
n. strong point; that which one does with excellence |
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impregnable |
adj. incapable of being taken by assault |
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invigorate |
v. give vigor to; fill with life and energy;animate |
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robust |
adj. strong and healthy; vigorous; sturdy |
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tenacious |
adj. holding fast or tending to hold fast |
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vehement |
adj. showing strong feeling; forceful; violent |
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vigor |
n. active strength or force; energy |