Definition of Effete in Visual Dictionary with Real Examples

Definition of Effete in visual dictionary with real examples and context and many synonyms to enrich your vocabulary for GRE, IELTS & TOEFL

/ɪˈfiːt/ (adj)

Definition

worn out and weak, feeble, lacking energy to get things done, ineffectual, affected, mannered – sterile, barren, impotent or infertile due to being overused, unfruitful, infecund, effeminate

Example

Nuts and seeds are some of the best foods to beat fatigue and fight hunger. Getting a variety of nuts and seeds in your diet can provide healthy nutrients and energy, especially if you feel effete and enervated.

Try almonds, Brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, pecans, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds. Eating raw, unsalted versions is recommended. And they’re the perfect midafternoon snack.

Source of example: https://www.healthline.com

Antonyms

virile, fecund

Parts of speech

Noun: effeteness

Adverb: effetely