scrofulous

• 过时形容词，指与瘰疬（淋巴结结核，一种结核病）有关的；引申义指道德败坏的、堕落的或退化的。

An archaic adjective relating to scrofula (a form of tuberculosis); used figuratively to mean morally corrupt or degenerate.

1. Afflicted with scrofulaC2formalmedical

   Suffering from scrofula, a form of tuberculosis affecting the lymph nodes of the neck.

   瘰疬性的

   • The medieval hospital treated many scrofulous patients.
   • Historical records describe scrofulous swellings on the neck.
   • The condition left him scrofulous and weak.

2. Morally corruptC2formal

   Having a corrupt or depraved moral character.

   道德败坏的

   • The scrofulous politician was involved in numerous scandals.
   • His scrofulous behavior shocked the community.
   • She avoided his scrofulous influence.

   同义词basecorruptdegeneratedepravedevilimmoralsinfulviciousvilewicked

   反义词moralpurerighteousuprightvirtuous

3. Diseased in appearanceC2formal

   Having an unhealthy, degenerate, or repulsive appearance, resembling the effects of scrofula.

   病态的

   • The scrofulous old building was covered in grime and decay.
   • His scrofulous complexion suggested a life of hardship.
   • The garden had a scrofulous look, with withered plants and broken pots.

   同义词diseasedpallidpastyrepulsivesallowsicklyunhealthywan

   反义词healthyrobustsanguinewholesome