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Weakening (Noun)

Meaning 1

The act of reducing the strength of something.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Antonyms

  • Strengthening

Hypernyms

  • Step-down
  • Reduction
  • Diminution

Hyponyms

  • Wilting

Related Words

  • Weaken (verb)

Meaning 2

Becoming weaker.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Examples

  • The patient's weakening immune system made her more susceptible to infections.
  • The athlete's weakening muscles made it difficult for her to compete at the same level as before.
  • The company's weakening financial position forced them to lay off employees.
  • The weakening of his grip on his surfboard caused him to wipe out.
  • The scientist studied the weakening effects of the disease on the body's vital organs.

Antonyms

  • Strengthening

Hypernyms

  • Transmutation
  • Shift

Hyponyms

  • Downfall
  • Withering
  • Fading
  • Exhaustion
  • Enfeeblement
  • Slackening
  • Enervation
  • Loosening

Related Words

  • Weaken (verb)
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