Lingo

Wellness

18 Words

9m

1.
(as|) fit as a fiddle
Phrase

used to refer to someone who is very healthy and in good physical condition

After months of training, John felt fit as a fiddle and ready to participate in the marathon.

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2.
pe
ppy
Adjective

having a lively and cheerful energy

The peppy music in the aerobics class energized the participants and kept them motivated.

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spry
3.
spry
Adjective

energetic and agile, especially in older age

The spry old man impressed everyone with his ability to climb the steep hill without breaking a sweat.

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chipper
4.
chi
pper
Adjective

cheerful, lively, and in good spirits

The chipper waiter's friendly demeanor added to the enjoyable dining experience.

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valetudinarian
5.
va
le
tu
di
na
rian
Noun

a person who is weak or frequently ill, often excessively concerned with their health

He became a valetudinarian after years of minor illnesses.

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anemic
6.
a
ne
mic
Adjective

lacking in strength, energy, and effect

The anemic response to the proposal suggested a lack of interest.

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ail
7.
ail
Noun

aromatic bulb used as seasoning

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sallow
8.
sa
llow
Adjective

yellowish, sickly, or lacking in healthy color

The prolonged illness left him with a sallow complexion, highlighting the impact on his overall well-being.

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prostrate
9.
prost
rate
Adjective

stretched out and lying at full length along the ground

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spend
10.
spend
Verb

to use money as a payment for services, goods, etc.

She spent a lot on gifts for her family during the holiday season.

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pallid
11.
pa
llid
Adjective

abnormally pale, lacking in color, and often associated with illness, shock, or a lack of vitality

The patient's pallid complexion raised concerns among the medical staff.

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12.
lan
guo
rous
Adjective

characterized by a lack of energy, listlessness, or a dreamy, relaxed feeling

The warm breeze and gentle sunlight created a languorous atmosphere, perfect for a lazy afternoon nap.

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wither
13.
wi
ther
Verb

to dry up or shrink, typically due to a loss of moisture

Without regular watering, plants in the garden tend to wither.

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enervate
14.
e
ner
vate
Verb

to cause someone to lose physical or mental energy or strength

The long, grueling workout served to enervate him, leaving him feeling completely drained.

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ghastly
15.
ghast
ly
Adjective

extremely unpleasant, shocking, or horrifying in appearance, nature, or effect

The haunted house was filled with ghastly sights, from cobweb-covered furniture to eerie, flickering lights.

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restorative
16.
res
to
ra
tive
Adjective

able to promote or restore one's health or strength

Physical therapy exercises served restorative purposes in regaining knee strength following injury.

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revitalize
17.
re
vi
ta
lize
Verb

to bring back strength or energy to something that was previously lacking

The city council invested in infrastructure projects to revitalize the aging neighborhoods.

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18.
stri
cken
Adjective

severely affected by a harmful condition or troubling emotion

The town was stricken by a severe drought.

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