Scrofulous

Adjective

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.AdjectiveOf, related to, or suffering from scrofula (form of tuberculosis tending to cause enlarged lymph nodes and skin inflammation).

2.AdjectiveHaving an unkempt, unhealthy appearance.

3.AdjectiveMorally degenerate; corrupt.

"a scrofulous politician"

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