Vocabulary Entry

atrophic

|adjective

adjective

Relating to or characterized by atrophy; indicating a wasting away or decrease in size or function.

Example Sentences

"The doctor noted atrophic changes in the patient's muscles after months of inactivity."

"Atrophic scars can result from severe acne, leaving the skin with indentations."

"The atrophic tissue was a sign of advanced disease progression."