Asthenic — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /as-ˈthe-nik/ as·then·ic

Meaning & Definition of Asthenic

Asthenic (adjective)

  1. of, relating to, or exhibiting asthenia, weak
  2. ectomorphic

Asthenic (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. lacking bodily strength

    "resistance training can benefit the asthenic individual"

    similar: debilitated, delicate, down-and-out, effete, enervated, enfeebled, faint, feeble, frail, infirm, languid, low, prostrate, prostrated, sapped, slight, soft, softened, tender, unsubstantial, wasted, weak, weakened, wimpish, wimpy
    related: disabled, incapacitated, invalid, paralyzed, broken-down, decrepit, impotent, powerless, breakable, flimsy, fragile, dizzy, groggy, rocky, unsteady, woozy, drained, exhausted, flagging, tired, weary, worn-out, damaged, harmed, hurt, impaired, injured, unsound, resistless, susceptible, unresistant, vulnerable, yielding
    opposite: mighty, powerful, rugged, stalwart, stout, strong
    near: able-bodied, athletic, beefy, brawny, fit, husky, muscular, sinewy, strapping, virile, hard, hardy, lusty, red-blooded, robust, sturdy, tough, fortified, hardened, inured, strengthened, toughened, energetic, energized, invigorated, vigorous, vitalized, hale, healthy, sound, capable, competent, convalescing, recovering, recuperating

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Asthenic

The most common words with a similar meaning to Asthenic:

debilitated, delicate, down-and-out, effete, enervated, enfeebled, faint, feeble, frail, infirm, languid, low, prostrate, prostrated, sapped, slight, soft, softened, tender, unsubstantial, wasted, weak, weakened, wimpish, wimpy

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Asthenic

Words with the opposite meaning of Asthenic:

mighty, powerful, rugged, stalwart, stout, strong

Related Words for Asthenic

disabled, incapacitated, invalid, paralyzed, broken-down, decrepit, impotent, powerless, breakable, flimsy, fragile, dizzy, groggy, rocky, unsteady, woozy, drained, exhausted, flagging, tired, weary, worn-out, damaged, harmed, hurt, impaired, injured, unsound, resistless, susceptible

Near Antonyms of Asthenic

able-bodied, athletic, beefy, brawny, fit, husky, muscular, sinewy, strapping, virile, hard, hardy, lusty, red-blooded, robust, sturdy, tough, fortified, hardened, inured, strengthened, toughened, energetic, energized, invigorated, vigorous, vitalized, hale, healthy, sound

Origin & Etymology of Asthenic

borrowed from New Latin asthenicus, borrowed from Greek asthenikós, from asthen-, stem of asthenḗs "weak, feeble" + -ikos -ic:1 asthenia

First known use: 1782

Frequently Asked Questions about Asthenic

What does "Asthenic" mean?

"Asthenic" means of, relating to, or exhibiting asthenia, weak. As an adjective, it is defined as: of, relating to, or exhibiting asthenia, weak.

What is another word for "Asthenic"?

Other words for "Asthenic" include debilitated, delicate, down-and-out, effete, enervated, enfeebled, faint and feeble. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Asthenic" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Asthenic"?

There are 58 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Asthenic". Common alternatives include debilitated, delicate, down-and-out, effete, enervated, enfeebled, faint, feeble, frail and infirm.

What is the opposite of "Asthenic"?

Antonyms of "Asthenic" include mighty, powerful, rugged, stalwart, stout and strong. Near antonyms include able-bodied, athletic, beefy and brawny.

How do you use "Asthenic" in a sentence?

Examples of "Asthenic" in a sentence: "resistance training can benefit the asthenic individual".

Is "Asthenic" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Asthenic" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Asthenic"?

"Asthenic" is pronounced /as-ˈthe-nik/ and divided into syllables as as·then·ic.

What is the origin of the word "Asthenic"?

"Asthenic" comes from borrowed from New Latin asthenicus, borrowed from Greek asthenikós, from asthen-, stem of asthenḗs "weak, feeble" + -ikos -ic:1 asthenia. First known use: 1782.