What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
disinvigorate
Example
The long hours of work disinvigorated him, leaving him feeling exhausted. [disinvigorated: verb]
Example
The stress of the situation disinvigorated her, making it hard to focus. [disinvigorating: gerund or present participle]
devitalize
Example
The illness devitalized him, leaving him weak and tired. [devitalized: verb]
Example
The negative feedback devitalized her enthusiasm for the project. [devitalizing: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Devitalize is more commonly used than disinvigorate in everyday language and is more versatile in its usage.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between disinvigorate and devitalize?
Devitalize is more commonly used in formal writing, while disinvigorate is more informal and less commonly used.
