verb
- to make or become less strong, powerful, or effective
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘weaken’
Examples
- The storm weakens as it moves inland.
- Lack of sleep weakens your immune system.
- The scandal weakens the politician’s chances of reelection.
- Age gradually weakens the muscles.
- The constant rain weakens the foundation of the building.
- His argument weakens when he provides no evidence.
- The medication weakens the virus’s ability to spread.