wizen
🇬🇧 UK/'wizn/🇺🇸 US
GRE
Definitions
v.
To wither and shrink; to become lean and wrinkled due to age or illness
(使)枯萎,(使)干瘪皱缩
adj.
Withered and wrinkled, especially from age or illness; wizened
干枯的,皱缩的
🧩 Root Breakdown
Native Englishwizenother
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Example Sentences
- 1.
The harsh climate will wizen the skin of those who spend too much time outdoors.
- 2.
Time seemed to have wizened his face, leaving deep wrinkles and age spots.
- 3.
Without adequate hydration, the fruit began to wizen and lose its appeal.