Definition of Wither
Wither
With·er
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To shrivel or dry up, often due to lack of water or nourishment.
e.g. The plants began to wither and die in the severe drought.
(verb)
to lose freshness, force, or vitality, to decline, decay, deteriorate, or weaken, or to cause such a state;
e.g. We have seen enthusiasm in this activity wither as time has passed.
(verb)
to humiliate or stun someone with a scornful look or manner, to the point that they are made incapable of speech or action;
e.g. Her teacher will wither her to a look and she will fall silent.
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