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wilt

The correct spelling is wilt.

How to pronounce wilt

/wɪlt/
noun

IPA: /wɪlt/

Say it like: Wil-t

The correct spelling is wilt. The act of wilting or the state of being wilted. For example: "Do what you will."

Usage Examples

Do what you will.

I’ve told him three times, but he won’t take his medicine.

Unfortunately, only one of these gloves will actually fit over my hand.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The act of wilting or the state of being wilted.
  2. 2.Any of various plant diseases characterized by wilting.

verb

  1. 1.To droop or become limp and flaccid (as a dying leaf or flower).
  2. 2.To fatigue; to lose strength.
  3. 3.To cause to droop or become limp and flaccid (as a flower).
  4. 4.To cause to fatigue; to exhaust.
  5. 5.(now uncommon or literary) To wish, desire (something).

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