atrophy
15 points
English
7 letters
Uncommon
Commonness #38,786
Valid in: US and UK dictionaries
Definitions
noun
a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse
verb
undergo atrophy
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/ˈætɹʌfiː/ · 3 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)
a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Crossword clues
- “a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse” wn-def
- “A disease” wd-fact-v3
- “A wasting away from want of nourishment; diminution in bulk or slow emaciation of the body or of any part. Milton.” web-def
- “Another word for wasting” gen-syn
- “To cause to waste away or become abortive; to starve or weaken.” web-def
- “To waste away; to dwindle.” web-def
Anagrams
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