Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
weaken
verb
/ˈwiːkən/
Definition
To make something weaker or less potent.
Examples
- The storm began to weaken as it moved inland.
- Her illness may weaken her immune system.
- The evidence presented in court weakened the prosecution’s case.
Meaning
To diminish the strength or effectiveness of something.
Synonyms
- diminish
- reduce
- attenuate
- impair
- lassitude
