wither
UK/'wiðә/US
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Definitions
v.
To shrivel, dry up, or lose vitality, especially from lack of water; to cause something to do this.
（使）枯萎，（使）凋谢；衰退，消亡
Root Breakdown
Native Englishwitherother
=wither
Example Sentences
- 1.
The flowers in the vase began to wither as they ran out of water.
- 2.
Without proper nutrition, the plant will gradually wither and die.
- 3.
His enthusiasm withered away as the project faced repeated setbacks.