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Macilent

/ˈmas.ɪ.lənt/ · adjective

Meaning

Lean; thin; emaciated.

Example Sentences

It ought not to be doubted but that there will yet be a time of so copious an effusion of the Holy Spirit, as will invigorate it afresh and make it spring up, out of its macilent withered state, into its primitive liveliness and beauty.

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What does macilent mean?

Macilent means Lean; thin; emaciated.

What is a synonym for macilent?

Common synonyms include scrawny.

What is the opposite of macilent?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use macilent in a sentence?

It ought not to be doubted but that there will yet be a time of so copious an effusion of the Holy Spirit, as will invigorate it afresh and make it spring up, out of its macilent withered state, into its primitive liveliness and beauty.

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