Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wither-away
verb
/ˈwɪðər əˈweɪ/
Definition
To gradually decline or decrease in strength, health, or effectiveness.
Examples
- The old building began to wither away after years of neglect.
- If we don’t take care of our environment, many species will wither away.
- Without proper nutrition, the plant seemed to wither away in the hot sun.
Meaning
When something withers away, it becomes weaker, smaller, or less significant over time.
Synonyms
- fade
- diminish
- decline
- shrivel
- die
