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Adynamic fevers

Adynamic \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.