Adynamic

/ˌeɪdaɪ'næmɪk/ adjective

Definition

Characterized by or relating to adynamia; lacking strength, power, or dynamic energy.

Etymology

From adynamic combining Greek 'a-' (without) plus 'dynamic' (from Greek 'dynamis' meaning strength). This medical adjective describes the quality of being weak or powerless.

Kelly Says

An 'adynamic' patient in medical terminology is one whose body has essentially shut down its power production—it's a term that makes you realize how much of medicine is about understanding how the body generates and uses energy.

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