What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
debilitation
Example
The athlete's debilitation prevented him from competing in the race. [debilitation: noun]
Example
The disease left her in a state of debilitation for months. [debilitation: noun]
enfeeblement
Example
The enfeeblement of his body made it difficult for him to perform daily tasks. [enfeeblement: noun]
Example
The disease caused a gradual enfeeblement of her mind and body. [enfeeblement: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Debilitation is more commonly used than enfeeblement in everyday language, especially in medical or clinical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between debilitation and enfeeblement?
Debilitation is more formal than enfeeblement, which is more commonly used in literature or poetic contexts and can be employed in both formal and informal contexts.
