Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

marasmo

Noun

/məˈræz.moʊ/

Definition

A state of physical or mental decline caused by a lack of adequate nutrition or prolonged neglect.

Examples

After several months without proper food, the child was diagnosed with marasmo.
Health officials are concerned about marasmo affecting vulnerable populations in the drought-affected regions.
The medical team worked diligently to treat the marasmo observed in many of the children at the clinic.

Meaning

Marasmo refers to a severe form of malnutrition, typically characterized by extreme weight loss and muscle wasting, often seen in infants and young children.