weakener


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weak·en

 (wē′kən)
tr. & intr.v. weak·ened, weak·en·ing, weak·ens
To make or become weak or weaker.
weak′en·er n.
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Noun1.weakener - that which weakens or causes a loss of strength; "doubt is a great weakener of resolve"
agent - an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect; "their research uncovered new disease agents"
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