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Debilitate

usgb/dɪˈbɪlɪteɪt/Volume
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Severity Impact

Debilitate implies a serious weakening effect, not just a slight hindrance.

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The invasive species has debilitated the local ecosystem.
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Extended Effect

Use 'debilitate' to express a long-term or progressive weakening, rather than a temporary one.

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Years of neglect have debilitated the infrastructure of the town.
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Total Incapacitation

It can imply reducing strength to the point of near incapacitation, not just lessening it.

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Without its leader, the movement was debilitated.
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