Definitions
(verb)
to decline; to weaken; to deteriorate
(adjective)
unlucky; unfortunate
(noun)
mourning clothes
About
The character "衰" derives from an early pictograph depicting a straw raincoat, constructed around the "衣" radical associated with clothing, which forms its structural basis. Its initial meaning referred directly to this protective garment, but through extended use, the concept shifted to imply gradual weakening or decline, analogous to the deterioration of such attire. The modern character continues to incorporate the "衣" component, while its primary signification now centers on states of decay, reduction, or diminished strength.
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他的身体很衰弱。
经济正在衰退。
这个家族已经衰败了。
她的精力逐渐衰弱。
避免肌肉衰老很重要。
文化的衰微令人担忧。
历史上王朝的兴衰是常态。
科学家研究细胞衰老的过程。