adjective

withered

WIH-thuhd

Withered (adjective) means Shrunken, dried out, or faded, especially from age or lack of water. Example: “A withered rose lay on the windowsill.”

adjective

Shrunken, dried out, or faded, especially from age or lack of water.

"A withered rose lay on the windowsill."

"His withered hands showed the years of hard labor."

How to use withered

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDried up and shrunken, often used for plants or aged skin.

Common pairings

withered leaves withered hands a withered plant

Word forms

more withered comparative, most withered superlative

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Frequently asked questions

What does “withered” mean?

The word “withered” means shrunken, dried out, or faded, especially from age or lack of water. In plain terms, dried up and shrunken, often used for plants or aged skin.

How do you pronounce “withered”?

“Withered” is pronounced WIH-thuhd (/ˈwɪðɚd/ in IPA).

How do you use “withered” in a sentence?

Here is “withered” used in a sentence: “A withered rose lay on the windowsill.”

What part of speech is “withered”?

“Withered” is an adjective.