astheny Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun an abnormal loss of strength
    asthenia.

WordNet

As`the*ni"a, As"the*ny noun (Also<
  • Asthenia
  • Astheny
)
Etymology
NL. asthenia, Gr. priv. + strength.
Definitions
  1. (Med.) Want or loss of strength; debility; diminution of the vital forces.

Webster 1913