What is another word for scorbutic?
Pronunciation: [skɔːbjˈuːtɪk] (IPA) 
Scorbutic is an adjective that describes something that is related to or affected by scurvy. Some synonyms for scorbutic include diseased, unhealthy, unwell, sickly, malnourished, and undernourished. These terms describe the physical state of someone who suffers from scurvy or malnutrition, often due to a lack of vitamin C in their diet. Other related synonyms for scorbutic include emaciated, debilitated, frail, weak, and feeble. These words all highlight the physical weakness and deterioration that occurs in someone who is afflicted with scurvy. In general, synonyms for scorbutic often convey a sense of poor health, weakness, and general malaise.
