Leprous (adjective)

  1. Affected with leprosy.
  2. Relating to or affected by leprosy, a chronic infectious disease causing skin lesions and nerve damage.
  3. Morally corrupt or contaminated.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french lepreux, from late latin leprosus, from latin lepra "leprosy".

Examples:

  1. The leprous man was shunned by society and forced to live in isolation.
  2. The leprous condition of the patient worsened over time.
  3. The leprous behavior of the politician resulted in his resignation.
  4. The leprous reputation of the company made it difficult to attract new customers.
  5. The leprous state of the once-beautiful building was a sad sight to see.
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