debilitated
/də ˈbɪ lə ˌteɪ tɪd/
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Definition(s):
- (adj) lacking strength or vigor
Usage(s):
- This inertia of habit may ensure that after 50 years, even a debilitated ETA could be hard to eradicate.
- Rita's eye took dead aim at the already debilitated Sabine Basin, which lies between Port Arthur, Texas, and Lake.
- Indeed, I believe the leavening effects of direct experience are especially valuable for those who are blinkered by ideology and debilitated by extreme views.
Quotes
- "It is common for former players to suffer lingering injuries from their playing days," Conyers said. "I am greatly concerned that many of those most debilitated by their injuries are finding it difficult to receive disability benefits."on Oct 12, 2007 By: John Conyers Source: FOXNews
- "At the time of the original recording I was so debilitated by despair and drug-need that I was useless," Hell said. "The record ended up being a high-pitched sludge of guitar noise. It was a shame because the songs were clean, simple, and...on Jul 10, 2009 By: Richard Hell Source: guardian.co.uk
- "He better not be debilitated because those guys chasing him Saturday are - no, I would expect him not to be debilitated," Tressel said. "Adrenaline is an amazing thing, even when you're feeling a little bit sore or whatnot. All of a sudden...on Nov 3, 2009 By: Jim Tressel Source: Canton Repository
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