Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
etiolated
Adjective
/ˈiːtiəˌleɪtɪd/
Definition
To cause (a plant) to weaken or grow pale by depriving it of light.
Examples
- The etiolated leaves of the plant indicated it had not received enough sunlight.
- After weeks indoors, he felt etiolated, both physically and mentally.
- The etiolated appearance of the seedlings suggested they needed more light to thrive.
Meaning
In general usage, it refers to anything that has become weak or sickly, often due to lack of nourishment or stimulation.
Synonyms
- Weak
- Pale
- Feeble
- Debilitated
- Emaciated
