enfeebling (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈfiːbəl/

Definition

To make someone or something weak or weaker.

Examples

• The disease began to enfeeble him.

• Years of neglect had enfeebled the old building.

• His spirit was enfeebled by constant criticism.

How to Use enfeebling

enfeeble someone/something (prepositional phrase)

To make a person or thing weak. — "The harsh conditions enfeebled the prisoners."

Synonyms of enfeebling

Words with a similar meaning to enfeebling:

• weaken
• impair
• debilitate
• undermine

Antonyms of enfeebling

Words with the opposite meaning to enfeebling:

• strengthen
• invigorate

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