Synonyms: atrophy, wasting, wasting away
Definition: a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse
Similar words: symptom
Definition: (medicine) any sensation or change in bodily function that is experienced by a patient and is associated with a particular disease
Synonyms: cachexia, cachexy, wasting
Definition: any general reduction in vitality and strength of body and mind resulting from a debilitating chronic disease
Similar words: debility, valetudinarianism, frailness, frailty, feebleness, infirmity
Definition: the state of being weak in health or body (especially from old age)