atrophy

(noun, verb)

noun

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

Similar word(s): wasting

Definition categories: state, symptom

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

Similar word(s): withering

Definition categories: event, weakening

verb

1. undergo atrophy

- Muscles that are not used will atrophy

Definition categories: body, shrink, shrivel, wither