Weakening

Synonyms of weakening

• diminishing
• lessening
• decreasing

Antonyms of weakening

• enhancing
• strengthening
• fortifying

Collocations of weakening

weakening economy

Frequency: 80 %

The weakening economy has led to job losses and reduced consumer spending.

weakening power

Frequency: 65 %

The dictator's weakening power has emboldened opposition groups.

weakening grip

Frequency: 60 %

The athlete felt his weakening grip on the bar as he struggled to hold on.

weakening defense

Frequency: 50 %

The team's weakening defense allowed their opponents to score easily.

weakening resolve

Frequency: 45 %

Despite the challenges, she refused to show any signs of weakening resolve.

Idiomatic Expressions for weakening

• Phrase: weakening of resolve
  Meaning: a loss of determination or commitment to a decision or course of action
  Usage: Despite his initial enthusiasm, the weakening of his resolve led him to give up on his dream of starting his own business.