Search
to wear off
[phrase form: wear]
01
to gradually fade in color or quality over time due to constant use or other factors
Intransitive
02
to gradually lose intensity or effectiveness
Intransitive
03
(of an emotion) to gradually become less intense
Intransitive
wear off
v
Example
Over time, the vibrant colors on the poster started to wear off.
After a while, the paint on the playground equipment began to wear off.
The lettering on the street signs started to wear off due to exposure to the elements.
The polish on the wooden furniture tends to wear off with regular cleaning.
The charm of the antique mirror began to wear off as its silver coating faded.
Nearby Words
