Ara
to weaken
01
güçsüzleştirmek
to make something physically or structurally less strong or sturdy
Transitive: to weaken a structure
Example
Exposure to harsh weather conditions can weaken the structure of outdoor furniture.
Continuous use without proper maintenance may weaken the integrity of machinery.
Ignoring warning signs of deterioration can weaken the foundation of a building.
02
güçsüzleşmek
to lose strength or vitality
Intransitive
Example
Without proper maintenance, the structure gradually weakened, leading to concerns about its structural integrity.
Over time, the rope began to weaken, fraying at the edges and becoming less reliable.
As the illness progressed, her body started to weaken, making it difficult for her to perform daily tasks.
03
zayıflatmak, hafifletmek
to lessen the strength, intensity, size, or extent of something
Transitive: to weaken sth
Example
The amendment weakened the impact of the legislation, introducing exemptions and loopholes.
The medication weakened the severity of her symptoms, providing relief from the discomfort of the illness.
The scandal weakened public trust in the government, resulting in calls for transparency and accountability.
04
zayıflatmak, azalmak
to diminish or decline in strength or intensity
Intransitive
Example
The river 's current weakened after several days of dry weather.
The storm 's intensity weakened as it moved further out to sea.
As the hurricane moved inland, its winds began to weaken.
05
kararsız olmak
to become less resolved or determined
Intransitive
Example
The athlete 's resolve never weakened, even in the face of setbacks and injuries.
He vowed to quit smoking, but his resolve weakened when he faced stressful situations.
Despite his initial determination to finish the marathon, his resolve weakened as fatigue set in.
Örnek
Exposure to harsh weather conditions can weaken the structure of outdoor furniture.
Continuous use without proper maintenance may weaken the integrity of machinery.
Ignoring warning signs of deterioration can weaken the foundation of a building.
Prolonged stress can weaken the strength of materials over time.
The repetitive bending of a metal object may weaken it and lead to breakage.
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