26984 words

decrepit

2 definitions • 3 examples
1
in very bad condition because of being old, or not having been cared for, or having been used a lot:

Examples:

Most of the buildings were old and decrepit.
A decrepit old man sat on a park bench.
2
weak and in poor condition, esp. from age or long use:

Examples:

The town had two decrepit fire trucks that were constantly breaking down.

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