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WASTING AWAY Synonyms

There are 2 synonyms of the phrase wasting away. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the phrase wasting away. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for WASTING AWAY

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atrophy
nounn
noun

• a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse

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

verb

• undergo atrophy

wasting
verb, adjectivev, adj
noun

• any general reduction in vitality and strength of body and mind resulting from a debilitating chronic disease

• a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse

Best Hypernyms For WASTING AWAY

Here is a list of related hypernyms for wasting away, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (7)
atrophy decline degeneration deterioration disintegration symptom weakening

Alternatives for ATROPHY

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