verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

liberalize, weaken, compromise

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Example Sentences

Example:In an attempt to liberalize the economy, the country reintrenched its trade policies to encourage foreign investment.

Definition:to make more free, open, or relaxed in practices, policies, or attitudes, often implying a departure from traditional or defensive measures.

From liberalize

Example:The company decided to weaken its position in the market by reducing its prices.

Definition:to make weaker or less strong; to reduce the strength or effectiveness of something.

From weaken

Example:Instead of reintrenching, the government chose to compromise in the peace negotiations.

Definition:to accept a less than ideal or satisfactory result in an effort to reach a settlement, often implying a loss of security or strength.

From compromise