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to wither
01
to dry up or shrink, typically due to a loss of moisture
Intransitive
Example
Without regular watering, plants in the garden tend to wither.
The leaves are currently withering in the scorching heat.
The neglected fruit on the tree has withered over the past few weeks.
02
to decline, weaken, or deteriorate, often in terms of strength, vitality, or overall condition
Intransitive
Example
As the economic recession took hold, the small businesses in the area started to wither, unable to sustain their operations.
The political scandal caused the leader 's reputation to wither, resulting in a loss of public trust and support.
The team 's morale began to wither after a series of defeats, affecting their performance on the field.
