weakened (B2)

verb (past participle), adjective

Pronunciation: ˈwiːkənd

Definition

Made or become less strong, effective, or intense.

Examples

• The storm significantly weakened the old bridge's structure.

• Her immune system was weakened by the lack of sleep and poor nutrition.

• The government's authority has been gradually weakened by public protests.

How to Use weakened

weakened by (prepositional phrase)

Reduced in strength or effect due to something. — "The team was weakened by the absence of its key players."

weakened resolve (collocation)

A reduced determination or firmness of purpose. — "His weakened resolve made him reconsider his difficult decision."

Synonyms of weakened

Words with a similar meaning to weakened:

• enfeebled
• debilitated
• diminished
• impaired
• attenuated

Antonyms of weakened

Words with the opposite meaning to weakened:

• strengthened
• fortified
• reinforced

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