Definition

The act of making someone or something weaker or less effective, often by removing their strength or power.

Example

The emasculation of the organization led to a loss of influence in the community.

Conversation

I was reading about how some cultures view emasculation as a loss of strength.

That's interesting; I wonder how that affects men's behavior in those societies.

Yeah, it seems like it creates a lot of pressure to conform to traditional roles.

Definitely! It's sad how societal expectations can lead to such feelings of inadequacy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Emasculation → It is formed from "e-" (meaning out of or away) and "masculinus" (from Latin, meaning male or man) and the suffix "-ation" (indicating a process or action). The word refers to the process of removing male characteristics or the act of making something less masculine.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' ('e-') male traits ('masculinus') — that's why emasculation means to take away masculinity.

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