释义 |
enervate I. ener·vate \ēˈnərvə̇t, ə̇ˈn-, eˈn-\ adjective Etymology: Latin enervatus, past participle of enervare : enervated II. en·er·vate \ˈenə(r)ˌvāt, usu -ād.+V\ transitive verb (-ed/-ing/-s) Etymology: Latin enervatus, past participle of enervare to make weak or effeminate, from e out of, out + -nervare (from nervus sinew, nerve) — more at e-, nerve 1. obsolete : to cut the nerves or tendons of; specifically : hamstring 2. : to lessen the nerve, vitality, or strength of : enfeeble < heat enervates people > 3. : to reduce the mental or moral vigor of : weaken < a government enervated by corruption > Synonyms: see unnerve |