languish
/ˈlæŋɡwɪʃ/
lan · guish
ˈlæŋ · ɡwɪʃ
English Definition
v. become weak
Significado en Español
languidecer, debilitarse
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
suy yếu, mất sức sống
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languish(weak)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In the oppressive heat of the desert, without any water, the lost traveler began to ______.
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A
thrive
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B
languish
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C
prosper
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D
flourish
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B — languish.
“languish” means v. become weak
Common questions about “languish”
What does “languish” mean?
languish — v. become weak. In Chinese: 憔悴，受苦，失去活力.
How do you pronounce “languish”?
languish is pronounced /ˈlæŋɡwɪʃ/. It breaks into 2 syllables: lan · guish.
Is “languish” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. languish appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “languish”?
languish(weak)
