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capillary | any of the tiny blood vessels that connect the smallest arteries to the smallest veins (adj) of or like a capillary |
enervate | to deprive someone of strength or vitality; weaken; sap |
epidemic | an outbreak of a contagious disease that spreads rapidly; a rapid spread, growth, or development (adj) spreading rapidly and widely by infection among many individuals in an area |
epidermis | the outer protective layer of skin; the outer layer of cells or the protective covering of a plant |
infirmity | a physical disability; a lack of power; frailty |
malady | a disease, ailment, or disorder; an unwholesome condition |
nutrient | something that nourishes, especially an ingredient in food |
pallor | extreme or unnatural paleness |
susceptible | likely to be stricken or infected with or by; easily influenced or affected; sensitive |
virulent | having a strong tendency to cause harm; very severe; poisonous; intensely irritating, hostile, obnoxious, or harsh |