Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
weaken
verb
/ˈwiː.kən/
Definition
to make or become weaker; to lessen in strength or intensity.
Examples
- His illness began to weaken him.
- The team’s injuries may weaken their chances of winning.
- Recent decisions have weakened the company’s position in the market.
Meaning
When something or someone weakens, it loses its power, strength, or effectiveness.
Synonyms
- debilitate
- enfeeble
- impair
- diminish
