withering

/wˈɪðɚɪŋ/ · 3 syllables

Meaning

adjective

1. wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction
   “possessing annihilative power”
2. making light of- W.S.Gilbert
   “afire with annihilating invective”

noun

1. any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)

Synonyms for withering

• annihilative
• annihilating
• devastating
• destructive
• disrespectful
• atrophy

Words that rhyme with withering

• dithering
• slithering