Debuff

//diːˈbʌf// noun, verb

noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An effect that makes a game character weaker; a negative status effect.
Verb
  1. 1
    To make a character or unit weaker.

Synonyms

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nerfnerfstatus ailmentstatus ailment

Example

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"The enemy mage cast a debuff on Tom."

Etymology

From de- + buff (“to make a player or item stronger”).

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status effect

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