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Wither Meaning in English

word

ˈwɪðɝ
WITH-er
wˈɪðɐ
WITH-uh

Definición

To gradually dry up, shrink, or lose life or freshness, especially in plants; can also mean to become weaker or less effective.

Uso & Matices

Formal/literary in tone, common in describing plants, flowers, or sometimes hopes and feelings (“withered dreams”). Not used for people. Often appears as 'wither away.'

Oraciones de Ejemplo

The flowers will wither without water.

basic

If leaves do not get enough sun, they wither and fall off.

basic

The grass began to wither during the hot summer.

basic

Seeing her hopes wither was heartbreaking.

natural

The old house seemed to wither away, forgotten by all.

natural

Without encouragement, creativity can quickly wither.

natural