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Decrepitude

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Decrepitude refers to the state of being in a very poor, weakened, or dilapidated condition, especially due to old age or neglect. It implies physical or mental weakness and deterioration.

Sense 1 - Noun

Definition: The state of being weak, feeble, or infirm, often resulting from old age or neglect.

Example: The abandoned house stood in a state of decrepitude, its walls crumbling and its roof about to collapse.

Sense 2 - Noun

Definition: Moral or intellectual decay or decline.

Example: The once great empire fell into decrepitude as corruption and greed spread among its leaders.