Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Atrophying.
Atrophying - 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)
withering16Atrophying - as a verb
Undergo atrophy
Example: "Muscles that are not used will atrophy"
Example Sentences
"The atrophying muscles in his leg made it difficult for him to walk."
"She noticed the atrophying brain cells in her grandmother, who suffered from Alzheimer's."
"The atrophying economy has left many people unemployed."
"The atrophying plants in the neglected garden were withering away."
"His atrophying skills in playing the piano were evident as he struggled to hit the right notes."
Word Game Points
Is ATROPHYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, atrophying is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ATROPHYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is ATROPHYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, atrophying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordATROPHYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is ATROPHYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, atrophying is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordATROPHYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
