Effete
EN→ZH
What Does Effete Mean?
- 衰弱的
- 无用的
- 缺乏活力的
Effete Pronunciation
/ɪˈfiːt/
Effete Definition
adjective
Definition
Lacking in wholesome vigor; degenerate; effeminate.
In ZH
缺乏健康活力；退化的；女性化的。
How to Use Effete in a Sentence
- The once powerful empire had grown effete and complacent.
- His effete mannerisms were often mocked by his peers.
- She found the effete lifestyle of the city unappealing.
- Many considered the artist's style to be too effete.
- In a world that demands strength, being effete can be seen as a weakness.
Cultural Notes
The term 'effete' often carries a negative connotation, suggesting not only weakness but also a loss of vitality typical of a once vigorous society.