WordLens

wither

1 of 1verb
/ˈwɪðər/
Forms:withers,withering,withered,withered
1

to dry up or shrink, typically due to a loss of moisture

C2
  • Without regular watering, plants in the garden tend to wither.
  • The leaves are currently withering in the scorching heat.
  • The neglected fruit on the tree has withered over the past few weeks.
  • During the drought, many crops withered in the fields.
  • The flowers were withering despite efforts to revive them.
Synonyms:
shrivelshrivel upshrink
2

to decline, weaken, or deteriorate, often in terms of strength, vitality, or overall condition

  • As the economic recession took hold, the small businesses in the area started to wither, unable to sustain their operations.
  • The political scandal caused the leader's reputation to wither, resulting in a loss of public trust and support.
  • The team's morale began to wither after a series of defeats, affecting their performance on the field.
  • The lack of innovation and adaptability caused the once-thriving company to wither in the face of changing market trends.
  • The relationship between the two countries began to wither due to unresolved conflicts and misunderstandings.
Synonyms:
fade