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withering

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: withering

1
 nadj
any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)
wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction
2
 adj
making light of
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: withering
1

n any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)

Synonyms:
atrophy
Type of:
weakening
becoming weaker

adj wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction

“the guns opened a withering fire”
Synonyms:
annihilating, annihilative, devastating
destructive
causing destruction or much damage
2

adj making light of

“"to compliments inflated I've a withering reply"- W.S.Gilbert”
Synonyms:
annihilating, devastating
disrespectful
exhibiting lack of respect; rude and discourteous
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