Definition

The process of making someone or something weak or less effective.

Example

The enfeeblement of the once powerful empire was evident in its inability to defend its borders.

Conversation

I read an article about how stress can lead to enfeeblement of the immune system.

That sounds serious! Stress really affects our health, doesn't it?

Yeah, I had no idea it could cause such significant enfeeblement in our bodies.

It's a good reminder to take care of ourselves and manage stress better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Enfeeblement is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be) and "feeble" (from Latin "feebilis", meaning weak) combined with the suffix "-ment" (meaning the result of an action). The word describes the process or state of becoming weak or the result of causing weakness.

Memory Tip

Think of 'causing to be weak' — 'en-' means to cause, and 'feeble' means weak. This helps you remember that 'enfeeblement' refers to the state of becoming weak.

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