weakening
verbHow many syllables in weakening?
There are 3 syllables in the word weakening.How to pronounce weakening:
Definition of weakening:
- weakening (verb):
- to make weak lessen the strength of
Synonyms for weakening:
atrophy
attenuation
debilitation
decay
decaying
declension
decline
degeneration
deterioration
downfall
ebbing
enervation
enfeeblement
exhaustion
fading
fall
loosening
relaxation
shift
slackening
transformation
transmutation
withering
Antonyms for weakening:
addition
amelioration
ascent
awakening
betterment
building
buildup
comeback
construction
convalescence
development
enkindling
envigoration
flourish
freshening
germination
growth
healing
improvement
increase
invigoration
mending
morality
rally
reanimation
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