ATROPHY
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Atrophy.
Atrophy - as a noun
A decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wasting11wasting awayHypernyms (Closely Related)
symptom16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
withering16Atrophy - as a verb
Undergo atrophy
Example: "Muscles that are not used will atrophy"
Example Sentences
"The patient experienced muscle atrophy after being bedridden for several weeks."
"Prolonged disuse can lead to bone atrophy and weakness."
"The astronaut's trip to space resulted in significant bodily atrophy."
"A lack of exercise can cause brain atrophy and cognitive decline."
"The disease causes the atrophy of nerve cells in the spinal cord."
Word Game Points
Is ATROPHY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, atrophy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ATROPHY has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is ATROPHY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, atrophy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordATROPHY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is ATROPHY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, atrophy is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordATROPHY has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
