# asthenic

**Pronunciation:** æsˈθɛnɪk · as-THEN-ik

**Part of speech:** adjective

## Meaning

Characterized by a marked lack of physical strength or vitality.

## Examples

- He suffered from an asthenic condition that made simple daily tasks feel overwhelming.
- The physician observed an asthenic posture in the patient, who seemed unable to support his own weight.
- Prolonged malnutrition can lead to an asthenic state where the body simply runs out of fuel.

## Synonyms

- weak — General term for lacking physical power.
- feeble — Suggests a lack of strength due to age or illness.
- frail — Implies physical delicacy and susceptibility to injury.
- debilitated — Describes someone weakened by disease or exhaustion.

## Antonyms

- strong — Having great physical power.
- robust — Strong, healthy, and full of energy.

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