Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
weaken
verb
/ˈwiː.kən/
Definition
to make or become weaker; to lessen in strength, intensity, or force.
Examples
- Over time, the storm began to weaken, leading to calmer weather.
- He took medicine to help weaken the pain in his back.
- Habitual stress can weaken your immune system.
Meaning
The act of reducing the power, force, or effectiveness of something.
Synonyms
- diminish
- reduce
- lessen
- undermine
- attenuate
