Waned Meaning in English
word · lemma: wane
ˈweɪnd
WAYND
wˈeɪnd
WAYND
Definition
To decrease gradually in strength, size, power, or importance; commonly used for things like feelings, interest, or the moon.
Usage & Nuances
'Waned' is formal and often paired with 'enthusiasm', 'interest', 'support', or 'moon'. Not interchangeable with 'faded' or 'diminished' (which are more general). Common in writing, less so in conversation.
Spanish: disminuir - decaer - menguarPortuguese (BR): diminuir - enfraquecer - minguarPortuguese (PT): diminuir - enfraquecer - minguarChinese (Simplified): 减弱 - 衰退 - 变小Chinese (Traditional): 減弱 - 衰退 - 變小Hindi: मंद पड़ना - घट जानाArabic: تضاءل - خفت - انخفضBengali: ক্ষয় হওয়া - মন্দ হওয়াRussian: ослабевать - убывать - уменьшатьсяJapanese: 衰える - 弱まる - 欠ける（月の場合）Vietnamese: suy yếu - giảm dầnKorean: 약해지다 - 줄어들다Turkish: azalmak - zayıflamakUrdu: کم ہونا - گھٹناIndonesian: meredup - menurun - berkurang
Example Sentences
His interest in sports has waned over the years.
basic
The light from the candle waned as it burned down.
basic
Her energy waned after the long hike.
basic
My excitement for the project really waned once the problems started.
natural
Their support waned after the new leader was appointed.
natural
The moon slowly waned and disappeared behind the clouds.
natural