Atrophy meaning

What does “atrophy” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“atrophy” is a noun and verb with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse.

atrophy

noun

  1. a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse

  2. any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)

    Synonymswithering

verb

  1. undergo atrophy

    “Muscles that are not used will atrophy”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University