Use 'etiolated' to describe things weakened because they haven't received enough light, like plants. The cellar's etiolated seedlings barely resembled their vibrant outdoor counterparts.
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Physical Effect
Etiolated often refers to a visible, physical change, such as loss of color, not just general weakness. The once-green leaves were now etiolated and drooping.
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Scientific Usage
The term is commonly used in scientific contexts, particularly in botany and agriculture. Research shows etiolated plants are deprived of essential photosynthesis.