Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
atrofiar
verb
[a-tro-FEE-ar]
Definition
To atrophy or waste away, often used in the context of muscles or bodily functions due to lack of use or nourishment.
Examples
- The athlete’s muscles began to atrofiar after being inactive for months.
- Due to the injury, the arm started to atrofiar, losing strength and coordination.
- Inadequate nutrition can cause the body’s tissues to atrofiar.
Meaning
Atrofiar refers to the process where an organ or tissue decreases in size and functionality due to disuse, disease, or malnutrition.
Synonyms
- desgastar
- enfraquecer
- murchar