1. to become dry and shriveled; to fade or decay
2. to cause something to become dry and shriveled
3. to lose strength, vigor, or freshness; to decline

Examples

• The flowers began to wither in the hot sun.
• Without water, the plants withered and died.
• The drought withered the crops in the field.
• Her confidence withered under his harsh criticism.
• The old man’s strength withered with age.
• The leaves withered and fell from the tree.
• His enthusiasm withered after repeated failures.