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What is another word for Wilt? – 142 Wilt Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    shrivel wither fade droop sag slump languish decline deteriorate weaken diminish dwindle shrink contract narrow diminish wane ebb flag sink drop collapse crumple slump fold wilted weary tired exhausted enfeebled debilitated disabled crippled paralyzed enervated devitalized drained spent fatigued

    Meaning of Wilt

    The primary meaning of the word "wilt" is to become weak or flaccid, losing strength or firmness.

    Definitions

    • To become weak or flaccid, losing strength or firmness
    • * To lose freshness or vigor, especially due to heat or lack of water
    • * To feel or show a decline in strength or energy

    Etymology of Wilt

    The word "wilt" originated from Old English and Germanic roots, with its earliest recorded use in the 9th century
    It is related to the Old Norse word "viltir", meaning "weak" or "tired"
    Historically, the word has been used to describe the loss of strength or firmness in plants, as well as in people and animals

    Example Uses

    • The flowers began to wilt in the heat of the sun
    • * After a long illness, she began to wilt and lose her energy
    • * The team's spirits began to wilt as they faced a series of defeats

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    thrive flourish bloom grow strengthen energize revitalize invigorate animate vitalize refresh renew restore rejuvenate revivify blossom prosper succeed advance progress rise ascend expand increase intensify amplify

    Related Nouns

    weakness fatigue exhaustion debility enfeeblement frailty fragility vulnerability susceptibility decline deterioration degeneration atrophy shrinkage contraction narrowing diminution waning ebb flagging collapse crumple slump fold

    Related Verbs

    shrivel wither fade droop sag slump languish decline deteriorate weaken diminish dwindle shrink contract narrow diminish wane ebb flag sink drop collapse crumple fold tire exhaust enfeeble debilitate

    Related Adjectives

    weak flaccid limp slack languid lethargic tired exhausted enfeebled debilitated frail fragile vulnerable susceptible declining deteriorating degenerating atrophied shriveled withered faded drooping sagging slumping languishing