Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
valetudinarian
noun
ˌval-ə-ˌt(y)üd-ə-ˈner-ē-ən
Definition
A person who is often ill or has a chronic ailment; a person with poor health.
Examples
- The valetudinarian spent most of his days resting in bed.
- Despite her valetudinarian nature, she maintained a positive outlook on life.
- He was often seen caring for his valetudinarian neighbor.
Meaning
Valetudinarian refers to someone who is frequently unwell or weak, often due to long-term health issues.
Synonyms
- invalid
- shut-in
- patient
- incapacitated individual
