1. people or things that make something possible or easier to achieve
2. people who encourage or allow someone’s harmful behavior, especially addiction, by removing consequences or providing support
Usage: psychology; often negative

Examples

• Technology companies are key enablers of remote work.
• Good teachers are enablers of student success.
• The new software tools act as enablers for creative projects.
• Family members can become enablers of addictive behavior without realizing it.
• His friends were enablers who never questioned his drinking.
• The support group helps people recognize when they are being enablers.
• Strong infrastructure and education are enablers of economic growth.