adj. 1. Weak in body or mind, especially from old age or disease. See Synonyms at weak. 2. Not strong or stable; shaky: an infirm foundation. 3. Archaic Lacking firmness of will, character, or purpose; irresolute. [Middle English infirme, from Old French, from Latin īnfirmus : in-, not; see IN-1 + firmus, strong, firm; see dher- in the Appendix of Indo-European roots.] in·firmly adv. |
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