weaken further

[ˈwiːkən ˈfɜːðər]
verb phrase
enfraquecer ainda mais
1. to become or make something progressively less strong, powerful, or effective
The economic crisis will weaken further if no action is taken.
A crise econômica enfraquecerá ainda mais se nenhuma ação for tomada.
2. to continue reducing in intensity, force, or vigor
His grip on power continued to weaken further after the scandal.
Seu domínio sobre o poder continuou enfraquecendo ainda mais após o escândalo.
3. to deteriorate or decline in health, strength, or condition
The patient's condition will weaken further without proper treatment.
A condição do paciente enfraquecerá ainda mais sem o tratamento adequado.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian and American business, political, and medical contexts to describe progressive deterioration. In Brazil, it's frequently heard in news media discussing economic indicators or political situations. In the USA, it's often used in financial discussions and health-related contexts.
NYC Slang
fall off even more, keep gettin' weaker
Synonyms / Sinônimos
deteriorate furtherdecline furtherdiminish furtherworsen furtherdegrade further
Antonyms / Antônimos
strengthen furtherimprove furtherreinforce furtherenhance further

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
enfraquecer ainda mais
Most common and standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
enfraquecer mais ainda
Alternative word order variant commonly used in spoken language
São Paulo
enfraquecer cada vez mais
Variant emphasizing progressive weakness
Portugal
enfraquecer ainda mais
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; universal usage

Related Words

weakenweaknessweakeningfurtherdeterioratedeclinediminish

Related Idioms & Phrases

go downhill further
hit rock bottom
spiral downward
lose steam
go from bad to worse
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