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Another word for infirmly

Choosing another word for infirmly depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a physically weak, frail, or unsteady manner, especially as a result of advanced age or illness.

Usage Example

"The elderly patient walked feebly down the hospital corridor, leaning heavily on a cane."

Strongest
feebly
weakly
Strong
unsteadily
shakily
frail
falteringly

• adverb (Context 2)

In an irresolute, wavering, or unstable manner; without firmness of purpose or foundation.

Usage Example

"Because the coalition's core policies were so irresolutely established, the agreement collapsed within months."

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irresolutely
Strong
waveringly
vacillatingly
precariously
insecurely

Opposites of infirmly

The opposite of infirmly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

firmly
resolutely
steadily
steadfastly
strongly
securely
robustly
vigorously
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Infirmly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/infirmly
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