Synonyms of withered


1. shrivel, shrivel up, shrink, wither, decrease, diminish, lessen, fall

usage: wither, as with a loss of moisture; "The fruit dried and shriveled"

2. fade, wither, disappear, vanish, go away

usage: lose freshness, vigor, or vitality; "Her bloom was fading"


1. shriveled, shrivelled, shrunken, withered, wizen, wizened, thin (vs. fat), lean


2. dried-up, sere, sear, shriveled, shrivelled, withered, dry (vs. wet)


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