Synonyms for

Wither

Verb / ˈwɪðɜ: / Another word for wither — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to become dry and shriveled

Synonyms & similar words

shrivelup fade shrink shrivel shrivel fade decay decompose rot perish die droop sag shrink dwindle diminish decline deteriorate weaken degenerate atrophy crumble disintegrate

Example sentences

  1. The flowers will wither if you don't water them.
  2. The leaves on the tree started to wither in the hot sun.
  3. The apple was withered and dry.
  4. The grapes on the vine started to wither.
  5. If you leave the fruit out too long, it will wither.

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  • The rose that lives its little hour is prized beyond the sculptured flower. - Bryant
  • It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see. - Thoreau
  • Hope is like the sun, which, as we journey towards it, casts the shadow of our burden behind us. - Samuel Smiles

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