Word of the day ATROPHY



ATROPHY

Meaning: To weaken in ability or function
 
Synonyms: Wither, shrivel, decay

Antonyms: Acme, rise

Usage:
1) According to researches, the lack of exercise causes muscles to atrophy and become feeble.
2) Students who rely on the internet for the research purposes soon discover their manual research skills have begun to atrophy.
3) As the cancer spread through the lungs, it will cause respiratory functions to atrophy.

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