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Meaning of weakening
The primary meaning of the word "weakening" is to make something or someone less strong or effective.
Etymology of weakening
The word "weakening" comes from the Old English words "wæcan" meaning "to become weak" and the suffix "-ing" which forms a present participle, with influences from Old Norse "veika" meaning "to weaken"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe the process of becoming or making something less strong or effective
Synonyms
diminishing
reducing
lessening
weakening
enfeebling
debilitating
impairing
damaging
hurting
injuring
spoiling
deteriorating
worsening
declining
sinking
falling
dropping
slipping
losing
fading
wilting
withering
shrinking
contracting
narrowing
decreasing
lowering
minimizing
decreasing
alleviating
mitigating
moderating
relieving
easing
soothing
calming
quieting
stilling
silencing
muffling
deadening
numbing
dulling
blunting
weakening
enervating
sapping
exhausting
draining
depleting
emptying
Definitions
- The process of becoming or making something less strong or effective
- * A reduction in the strength, effectiveness, or intensity of something
Usage Examples
- The patient's weakening condition required immediate medical attention
- * The company's weakening financial position made it vulnerable to takeover
- * The weakening of the immune system can lead to a range of health problems
Antonyms
strengthening
increasing
growing
expanding
intensifying
enhancing
elevating
lifting
raising
boosting
amplifying
augmenting
fortifying
invigorating
revitalizing
rejuvenating
restoring
renewing
refreshing
energizing
stimulating
motivating
encouraging
supporting
reinforcing
solidifying
stabilizing
securing
consolidating