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Definition wilt in American English

wilt verb

verb
/wɪlt/
1

if a plant wilts, it gradually bends toward the ground because it needs water or is dying

Example

If the plant continues to wilt, cut it right back and water it well.

Synonyms and related words
bear bear fruit bloom
2

if a person wilts, they have less energy, confidence, or enthusiasm

Example

Martinez seemed to wilt in the heat in the second set.

Synonyms and related words
glaze mope go crazy
3

if you wilt vegetables or they wilt, you cook them gently, usually in a little fat over heat

Synonyms and related words
bake barbecue baste
Definition wilt in American English