devitalize

/diˈvaɪdlaɪz/
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Other forms: devitalized; devitalizing; devitalizes

Definitions of devitalize
  1. verb
    sap of life or energy
    “The recession devitalized the economy”
    synonyms: devitalise
    see moresee less
    antonyms:
    vitalize
    make more lively or vigorous
    types:
    eviscerate
    take away a vital or essential part of
    type of:
    nerf, weaken
    lessen the strength of
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