What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
wither
Example
The flowers withered in the hot sun. [wither: verb]
Example
The once-thriving business began to wither away due to poor management. [wither: verb]
wilt
Example
The lettuce in the garden wilted in the heat. [wilt: verb]
Example
The team's morale wilted after their third consecutive loss. [wilt: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wilt is more commonly used than wither in everyday language, especially in informal contexts. Wither is more commonly used in formal or literary contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between wither and wilt?
Wither is typically associated with a more formal or literary tone, while wilt is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
