Decrepitude

Pronunciation: /dɪˈkrɛpɪˌtud/

Definitions of decrepitude

noun the state of being weak, frail, or feeble due to old age or infirmity

Example Sentences

A1 Old age can bring about decrepitude in some people.

A2 The abandoned house showed signs of decrepitude with its crumbling walls and broken windows.

B1 The once majestic castle had fallen into a state of decrepitude after years of neglect.

B2 The decrepitude of the old building was evident in the creaking floors and peeling paint.

C1 The decrepitude of the ancient ruins was a stark reminder of the passage of time.

C2 Despite his physical decrepitude, the elderly man's mind was still sharp and agile.

Examples of decrepitude in a Sentence

formal The old building showed signs of decrepitude, with crumbling walls and a leaking roof.

informal My grandma's knees are in a state of decrepitude, she can barely walk without support.

slang That car is in total decrepitude, it's a miracle it even starts.

figurative The decrepitude of the political system was evident in the corruption scandals that plagued the government.

Grammatical Forms of decrepitude

• plural: decrepitudes
• comparative: more decrepit
• superlative: most decrepit
• present tense: decrepitudes
• future tense: will decrepitude
• perfect tense: has decrepitude
• continuous tense: is decrepitude
• singular: decrepitude
• positive degree: decrepitude
• infinitive: to decrepitude
• gerund: decrepituding
• participle: decrepituded

Origin and Evolution of decrepitude

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'decrepitude' originated from the Latin word 'decrepitudo', which is derived from 'decrepitus' meaning 'worn out' or 'broken down'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe physical weakness or frailty due to old age, 'decrepitude' has evolved to also encompass a state of deterioration or decline in general, not limited to just aging.