atrophy
verbTo waste away or become weaker through lack of use.
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To waste away or become weaker through lack of use.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsTo reduce the force, intensity, or extent of something.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsTo weaken strength or the ability to function.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsSeriously weakening strength or ability.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsTo make an arrangement or system less stable.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsExtremely thin and weakened, especially through lack of nourishment.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsTo take away the strength, effectiveness, or power of something.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsContinuing without weakening or letting up.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsRefusing to make concessions or weaken a position or standard.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsTo weaken support, confidence, or effectiveness, often gradually or indirectly.
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