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atrophic

/ætrɒfɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does atrophic mean?

adjective

Marked by or resulting from atrophy; wasted or shrunk in size or strength, especially as a result of disease or disuse.

Example

"The doctor warned that prolonged bed rest could lead to atrophic muscles."

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