decrepit
Pronunciation
/dəˈkɹɛpɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "decrepit"in English

decrepit
01

lacking vitality and strength or showing signs of extreme age

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most decrepit
Comparative
more decrepit
gradable
Examples
The decrepit woman struggled to climb the stairs due to her frailty.
02

weakened or falling apart from age, neglect, or long use

Examples
The decrepit bridge swayed dangerously with each passing truck.
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