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Vocabulary Entry
wan
|verb • adjective • noun
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V
verb
To lose strength, vigor, or freshness; to diminish in intensity or quantity.
Example Sentences
"The light began to wan as the sun set behind the mountains."
"Her enthusiasm for the project started to wan after several setbacks."
"The team's chances of winning the game waned in the second half."
A
adjective
Having a sickly, pale, or weak appearance; lacking vitality.
Example Sentences
"He looked wan after a week of illness."
"The wan smile on her face suggested she was not feeling well."
"His wan complexion indicated that he had been studying too late into the night."
N
noun
A period of decline or diminishing; often refers to the moon when it is growing less full.
Example Sentences
"The waning of the moon is a time for reflection and letting go."
"As the season progressed, there was a noticeable wan in the wildlife activity."
"She felt a sense of peace during the wan of the day, knowing that it was time to rest."