1. physical weakness, especially as a result of illness or old age
Usage: formal

Examples

• The patient’s debility made it difficult for him to walk without assistance.
• Years of poor nutrition had caused severe debility in the elderly woman.
• After the surgery, she experienced temporary debility that lasted several weeks.
• The disease progressed slowly, causing gradual debility over time.
• Physical therapy helped reduce his debility following the accident.
• The medication’s side effects included fatigue and general debility.