debilitate

Definitions

To make someone weak and infirm.

To hinder, delay, or weaken the progress or efficiency of something.

Examples

The prolonged illness began to debilitate his once-strong immune system.

A lack of sleep can severely debilitate your ability to focus during the workday.

Synonyms

weaken enfeeble incapacitate drain sap exhaust undermine

Antonyms

strengthen invigorate fortify energize restore reinforce revitalize