Vocabulary Entry

wither

|verb • noun

verb

To become dry and shriveled or to lose vitality.

Example Sentences

"The flowers in the garden began to wither in the intense heat."

"If you don't water the plant regularly, it will wither away."

"She watched her dreams wither as obstacles piled up."

noun

Example Sentences

"The wither of the crops due to drought was evident."

"His enthusiasm experienced a slow wither over the years."

"The painter captured the wither of autumn leaves beautifully."