Pronunciation: [wˈiːkənz] (IPA) 
The word "weakens" is spelled with the suffix "-ens" added to the base word "weak." The IPA phonetic transcription for "weakens" is /ˈwiːkənz/. This means that the first syllable "weak" is pronounced with a long "e" sound /iː/ and the second syllable "-ens" is pronounced with a schwa sound /ə/, followed by a voiced "n" sound /n/. The suffix "-ens" is often added to verbs to express the idea of making something weaker or less strong.
Weakens is a verb that refers to the act of making something less strong, less effective, or less powerful. It is derived from the word "weak" and typically involves the reduction or deterioration of a certain characteristic, quality, or condition.
When something weakens, it experiences a decline in strength, intensity, force, or vitality. This can apply to physical objects, such as structures or materials that lose their stability or integrity due to damage, decay, or wear over time. It can also pertain to abstract concepts, such as arguments, positions, or beliefs that lose their convincing power or influence due to flaws, contradictions, or lack of evidence.
The act of weakening can occur through various means, including physical force, external pressure, internal deficiencies, or gradual processes. It often involves the breaking down or undermining of prior strength or resistance. For example, a strong wind can weaken a tree by bending or breaking its branches, while a corrupting influence can weaken a person's moral compass.
In a broader context, "weakens" can also describe the reduction of power, influence, or control in interpersonal relationships, organizations, or political entities. It can involve the loss of support, authority, or credibility, resulting in decreased effectiveness or impact.
Overall, the verb "weakens" denotes the process or act of causing something to become less strong, less effective, or less powerful, often leading to various consequences depending on the context in which it is used.
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The word "weakens" is derived from the verb "weaken", which can be traced back to the Middle English word "weken" or "wēcen", originating from Old English "wēcan". The Old English term "wēcan" meant "to make weak, give way, yield, or grow feeble". Over time, this evolved into the Middle English word "weken", which retained similar meanings. Eventually, "weken" transformed into the modern English word "weaken", still carrying the sense of making something or someone less strong or less effective.
