Debilitation

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛbiˈɫiˈtætˈaɪˌɑn/

Debilitation (noun)

  1. A process that makes someone’s body weaker, often because of illness, injury, or lack of strength.
  2. A state in which a person has less energy and power than usual, affecting how well they function.

Examples

  • The illness caused debilitation of the body over several weeks.
  • Rest helps reduce debilitation of the body after long stress.