devitalisation

/diˌvaɪtəlɪˈzeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of making something weaker, less lively, or less effective; loss of vitality or energy.
    • The devitalisation of the local economy led to many businesses closing down.
    • The devitalisation of the soil from overfarming made it difficult to grow crops.
    • Constant criticism caused a devitalisation of the team's morale.
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