weakening

1. Becoming weaker (synset 107441937)
   is a type of: shift, transformation, transmutation - a qualitative change
   subtypes:

   • debilitation, enervation, enfeeblement, exhaustion - serious weakening and loss of energy
   • atrophy, withering - any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)
   • attenuation, fading - weakening in force or intensity
   • downfall, fall - a sudden decline in strength or number or importance
   • loosening, relaxation, slackening - an occurrence of control or strength weakening
2. The act of reducing the strength of something (synset 100363181)
   is a type of: decrease, diminution, reduction, step-down - the act of decreasing or reducing something
   subtypes:

   • wilt, wilting - causing to become limp or drooping
   • dilution - weakening (reducing the concentration) by the addition of water or a thinner
   • etiolation - the act of weakening by stunting the growth or development of something

1. Causing debilitation (synset 301360944)
   similar to: debilitating - impairing the strength and vitality
   same as: debilitative, enervating, enfeebling
2. Moderating by making pain or sorrow weaker (synset 301344875)
   similar to: moderating - lessening in intensity or strength

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