Vocabulary Entry

wilted

|verb • adjective

verb

To lose freshness or vitality; to droop or become limp.

Example Sentences

"The flowers wilted after a few days without water."

"He watched as the sunlight caused the leaves to wilt."

"If you leave the salad out too long, it will start to wilt."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The wilted lettuce was no longer appetizing."

"She picked up the wilted flowers from the table."

"The wilted plants in the garden were a sign of neglect."