Pronunciation: /ˈwikənd/
verb to make or become weak
A1 The rope weakened after being exposed to the sun for too long.
A2 The virus weakened his immune system, making him more susceptible to illness.
B1 The company's financial situation weakened due to poor management decisions.
B2 The athlete's performance was weakened by a nagging injury.
C1 The political scandal weakened the government's authority and credibility.
C2 The structural integrity of the building was weakened by years of neglect.
adjective having become less strong or powerful
A1 The rope was weakened by the constant pulling.
A2 The weakened bridge could not support the weight of the truck.
B1 The weakened immune system made her more susceptible to catching colds.
B2 The weakened economy led to a decrease in consumer spending.
C1 The weakened state of the building was a cause for concern among the residents.
C2 The weakened political party struggled to maintain its power in the upcoming election.
formal The structural integrity of the building was weakened by the earthquake.
informal The team's defense was weakened after their star player got injured.
slang Her argument was totally weakened by his counterpoints.
figurative The bond between them was weakened over time due to lack of communication.
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