Devitalize

Pronunciation: /diˈvaɪ.təˌlaɪz/

Definitions of devitalize

verb to deprive of vitality or strength; weaken

Example Sentences

A1 The lack of sleep devitalized her body.

A2 The boring routine devitalized his enthusiasm for work.

B1 The constant stress of the job devitalized her mental health.

B2 The negative feedback from her boss devitalized her confidence.

C1 The long-term effects of the illness devitalized his entire being.

C2 The betrayal by her closest friend devitalized her spirit completely.

Examples of devitalize in a Sentence

formal The lack of proper nutrition can devitalize the body over time.

informal Staying up late every night can really devitalize you.

slang Eating junk food all day will devitalize you real quick.

figurative Constant negative thoughts can devitalize your spirit.

Grammatical Forms of devitalize

• past tense: devitalized
• plural: devitalizes
• comparative: more devitalized
• superlative: most devitalized
• present tense: devitalizes
• future tense: will devitalize
• perfect tense: has devitalized
• continuous tense: is devitalizing
• singular: devitalize
• positive degree: devitalize
• infinitive: to devitalize
• gerund: devitalizing
• participle: devitalized

Origin and Evolution of devitalize

First Known Use: 1832 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'devitalize' originated from the combination of the prefix 'de-' meaning 'remove' or 'reverse' and the word 'vitalize' meaning 'to give life or energy'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe the process of removing life or energy from something, 'devitalize' has evolved to also mean to weaken or make ineffective.