unfortify

/ˌʌnˈfɔrtɪfaɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or weaken the defenses or fortifications of a place or a system

“The city council voted to unfortify the old walls, citing the high maintenance costs.”

2. verb

to make (something) less strong or less well-protected

“The harsh weather conditions were used to unfortify the crops, leaving them vulnerable to pests.”

3. noun

the act of removing or weakening the defenses or fortifications of a place or a system

“The unfortification of the city’s defenses led to its capture by the enemy.”

Synonyms

  • demilitarize
  • dismantle

Antonyms

  • fortify
  • strengthen