Definition: any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)
Similar words: weakening
Definition: becoming weaker
Synonyms: atrophy, wasting, wasting away
Definition: a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse
Similar words: symptom
Definition: (medicine) any sensation or change in bodily function that is experienced by a patient and is associated with a particular disease
Synonyms: atrophy
Definition: undergo atrophy
Usage: Muscles that are not used will atrophy
Similar words: wither, shrink, shrivel, shrivel up
Definition: wither, as with a loss of moisture
Usage: The fruit dried and shriveled