Debility – Physical or mental weakness especially as a result of illness
(Pronounced duh-bil-uh-tee)
To remember the definition of the word debility, use the following mnemonic:
The lack of ability (debility) to lift showed how weak he was after his illness.
Examples of debility in a sentence
My father’s debility kept him from taking long walks like he used to love to do.
Her debility was due to an illness she caught while overseas.
His years were too heavy upon him; the debility brought on by disease ruined his retirement.
