Debilitate

/dɪˈbɪlɪteɪt/verb

To weaken or impair something, especially a system, process, or person's ability to function effectively. It can also refer to making someone or something less strong or effective.

The company's financial difficulties will debilitate its ability to invest in new technologies.Business
The cyber attack debilitated the network's defenses, allowing for further unauthorized access.Technology

Origin: From Latin 'debilitare', which means to weaken, derived from 'debilis', meaning weak.

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