enfeeblish

/ɛnˈfiːbəlɪʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become weaker or less effective

“The harsh weather conditions enfeeblished the crops.”

2. verb (archaic or poetic)

to deprive of strength or vigor, or to weaken

“Their hopes and spirits enfeeblished as the days turned into weeks.”

3. noun (rare)

a person or thing that is weak or feeble

“The enfeeblish of their leader was evident in their defeated stance.”

Synonyms

  • debilitate
  • impair
  • weaken

Antonyms

  • empower
  • fortify
  • strengthen