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enervate

Enervate (verb) means to reduce strength or energy; debilitate.

verb
1
To reduce strength or energy; debilitate.
2
To weaken morally or mentally.
3
To partially or completely remove a nerve.
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Etymology

From Latin ēnervātus, past participle of ēnervō (“to weaken”).

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What is the meaning of enervate?

"enervate" (verb) means to reduce strength or energy; debilitate.

What are the different meanings of enervate?

"enervate" has 3 main meanings: 1. To reduce strength or energy; debilitate; 2. To weaken morally or mentally; 3. To partially or completely remove a nerve.

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