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debilitate Synonyms

Another word for debilitate

Choosing another word for debilitate depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To make someone very weak and infirm; to severely reduce the physical or mental strength of a person or organism.

Usage Example

"Untreated chronic illness can severely weaken a patient over several months."

Strongest
weaken
enfeeble
enervate
Strong
incapacitate
devitalize
exhaust
sap
prostrate
drain

• verb (Context 2)

To hinder, delay, or weaken the effectiveness of an organization, economy, or system.

Usage Example

"Prolonged supply chain disruptions threatened to cripple the regional manufacturing sector."

Strongest
cripple
Strong
undermine
impair
hamper
paralyze
hinder

Opposites of debilitate

The opposite of debilitate shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

invigorate
strengthen
bolster
energize
reinforce
rejuvenate
boost
revitalize
See all opposites of debilitate

• Nearby Words

debauch
debauched
debauchery
debilitate
debilitating
debilitation
debility

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Debilitate. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/debilitate
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