withering

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)
  2. verb wither, as with a loss of moisture
  3. verb lose freshness, vigor, or vitality

Etymology

From wither + -ing.

In classic literature

Synonyms

atrophy

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