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logoramento

wearing down, attrition

noun loh-goh-rah-MEN-toh Rare
Mind & Emotions Mental States

Origin: From logorare (to wear out).

Also means

erosion, deterioration

Usage Note

Logoramento describes a slow, grinding process of exhaustion or erosion — physical, psychological, or political. The phrase guerra di logoramento ('war of attrition') is common in military and political contexts. It differs from danno (damage) in implying a gradual, cumulative process rather than a sudden blow.

Examples

"Il logoramento della crisi si fa sentire."

Natural Translation

The wearing effect of the crisis is being felt.

Literal Translation

The wearing-down of-the crisis itself makes felt.

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