Definition

To make someone or something weak or less strong.

Example

The long illness began to enfeeble him, leaving him unable to perform daily tasks.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard that staying up too late can really enfeeble your immune system.

That makes sense! Sleep is super important for staying healthy.

Yeah, I guess I need to stop binge-watching shows so late at night.

Definitely! It can really enfeeble your energy levels the next day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Enfeeble is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be) and "feeble" (from Old French *feeble*, meaning weak). The word means to cause someone or something to become weak or weaker.

Memory Tip

Think of 'causing to be' ('en-') weak ('feeble') — that's why enfeeble means to make weak.

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