/ˌdɛb.ɪˈlɪt.ə.tɪv/ DEB-i-ly-TA-tiv

Definitions

1. adjective

tending to weaken or impair physical or mental strength, health, or efficiency

“The debilitative effects of the prolonged illness made it difficult for her to recover.”

2. noun

a condition or quality that weakens or impairs physical or mental strength, health, or efficiency

“The doctor warned of the debilitative nature of untreated diabetes.”