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Vocabulary Entry
atrophy
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A wasting away or decrease in size of a body part or tissue.
Example Sentences
"The patient's muscle atrophy was a concern for the doctors."
"Atrophy of the brain can lead to cognitive decline."
"Poor nutrition can cause atrophy in various organs."
V
verb
To waste away or decline in effectiveness or vigor due to underuse or neglect.
Example Sentences
"If you don’t use your muscles regularly, they will atrophy."
"The once-vibrant community began to atrophy as families moved away."
"Without proper exercise, mental faculties can atrophy over time."