Aging And Gerontology Vocabulary

noun the condition of being weak and delicate

adjective frail

• The doctor discussed the patient's frailty and recommended a treatment plan.
• She noticed her grandmother's frailty as she struggled to carry her groceries.
• I can't believe how much his frailty has increased since the accident.
• The frailty of the old bridge was evident as it creaked under the weight of the cars.

noun the state of reclining or lying down, especially in a relaxed or comfortable position

• The patient was placed in recumbency to prevent any further injury.
• I prefer to relax in recumbency on the weekends.
• Let's chill in recumbency and watch some movies.
• His recumbency in the hammock symbolized his carefree attitude towards life.

noun the omission of sounds or letters from within a word

• The patient experienced syncope due to a sudden drop in blood pressure.
• He passed out because of syncope.
• He fainted out of nowhere, must be some syncope thing.
• Her mind went blank, like a syncope of thoughts.