Hello, you have come here looking for the meaning of the word
débile. In DICTIOUS you will not only get to know all the dictionary meanings for the word
débile, but we will also tell you about its etymology, its characteristics and you will know how to say
débile in singular and plural. Everything you need to know about the word
débile you have here. The definition of the word
débile will help you to be more precise and correct when speaking or writing your texts. Knowing the definition of
débile, as well as those of other words, enriches your vocabulary and provides you with more and better linguistic resources.
French
Etymology
Learned borrowing from Latin debilis.
Pronunciation
Adjective
débile (plural débiles)
- (obsolete) weak
- (informal) dumb, stupid, retarded
- Synonyms: con, stupide, idiot
- Antonym: intelligent
Derived terms
Noun
débile m or f (plural débiles)
- (informal) retard
- Synonyms: débile mental, imbécile, attardé, abruti
Descendants
Further reading