ebbing

ebbing

noun

Definition of EBBING

a gradual sinking and wasting away of mind or body <seniors who stay active can keep at bay some of the inevitable ebbing of the memory that comes with advanced years>

Synonyms debilitation, decay, decaying, declension, degeneration, descent, deterioration, ebbing, enfeeblement, weakening

Related Words atrophy; exhaustion; drooping, flagging, limping; regression, relapse, setback

Near Antonyms invigoration, strengthening; progress; rejuvenation, rejuvenescence

Antonyms comeback, improvement, rally, recovery, recuperation, rehabilitation, revitalization, snapback