Wither

usgb/ˈwɪðər/
verb

To become dry or shriveled.

The plant withered because it did not get enough water.
Visual representation of "wither" - To become dry or shriveled

Often appears as...

  • wither away
  • wither on the vine
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Not Literal

Often used figuratively to describe non-living things losing relevance or fading away.

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Poor marketing can cause even the best products to wither on the shelf.
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Emotional Weight

Adds a sense of sadness or desolation when describing something that's deteriorating.

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With no visitors, the old mansion withered into obscurity.
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Slow Process

Indicates a gradual decline, not something happening abruptly.

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The athlete's record-breaking performance slowly withered as new talents emerged.
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