Enervation: meaning, definitions and examples

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enervation

 

[ ˌɛnərˈveɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

physical weakness

Enervation refers to a state of physical weakness or a lack of energy. It often describes feelings of fatigue or exhaustion that can result from physical exertion or stress. Enervation can be caused by various factors, including illness, overwork, or inadequate nutrition. In a broader sense, it may also refer to a depletion of strength or vitality, both physically and mentally.

Synonyms

exhaustion, fatigue, lassitude, weakness.

Examples of usage

  • The long work hours led to his enervation.
  • She felt a sense of enervation after the marathon.
  • The disease resulted in the enervation of the patient.

Translations

Translations of the word "enervation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enervação

🇮🇳 शक्ति हरण

🇩🇪 Ermüdung

🇮🇩 kelelahan

🇺🇦 виснаження

🇵🇱 osłabienie

🇯🇵 疲労

🇫🇷 affaiblissement

🇪🇸 agotamiento

🇹🇷 tükenme

🇰🇷 피로

🇸🇦 إنهاك

🇨🇿 oslabení

🇸🇰 oslabenie

🇨🇳 疲惫

🇸🇮 izčrpanost

🇮🇸 þreytandi

🇰🇿 шаршау

🇬🇪 დასუსტება

🇦🇿 tükənmə

🇲🇽 agotamiento

Etymology

The word 'enervation' derives from the Latin word 'enervare,' which means 'to weaken' or 'to take strength away.' The term entered the English language in the late 14th century and has been used to describe a state of physical or mental weakness since that time. Its roots are tied to the concept of removing strength, reflecting the gradual decline in vitality that can result from various stressors. Over the centuries, 'enervation' has been frequently associated with health-related discussions where fatigue or a lack of energy is addressed. The evolution of the term has contributed to its usage in both physiological and emotional contexts, emphasizing its relevance across different fields such as medicine, psychology, and general well-being.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,706, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.