Stultify

verb/ˈstʌltɪfaɪ/psychology
Definition
Cause to lose enthusiasm and initiative, especially as a result of a tedious or restrictive routine.
Etymology
From Latin stultus (“stupid, foolish”), +‎ -ify. Compare Late Latin stultificō.
Synonyms
inhibit, impair, dull
In a sentence
  • Endless approval processes stultify even the most motivated engineers.
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Vocabulary.md
added 2023-10-11