How do you pronounce atrophy?

atrophy is pronounced as /ˈætrəfi/.

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atrophy

💀atrophy

noun/verb

/ˈætrəfi/

atrocity attach

Meaning

a decrease in size or wasting away of a body part, tissue, or ability due to lack of use

Example Sentences

Without regular exercise, muscles may atrophy over time.

Example Expressions

muscle atrophy

Synonyms

decline, degeneration, weakening, deterioration

Antonyms

growth, development, strengthening

Collocations

muscle atrophy, brain atrophy, atrophy due to inactivity

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