Ad`y*nam"ic (#), a. [Cf. F. adynamique. See Adynamy.]

1. Med.

Pertaining to, or characterized by, debility of the vital powers; weak.

2. Physics

Characterized by the absence of power or force.

Adynamic fevers, malignant or putrid fevers attended with great muscular debility.

 

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