Meaning of scrofulous in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Classifying Adjective

   scrofulous

   Definitions

   1. afflicted with scrofula

   Synonyms

   • ill
   • sick
2. 2. morally contaminated

   Examples

   • « denounce the scrofulous wealth of the times- J.D.Hart »

   Synonyms

   • immoral
3. 3. having a diseased appearance resembling scrofula

   Examples

   • « our canoe...lay with her scrofulous sides on the shore- Farley Mowat »

   Synonyms

   • ugly