Synonyms of wilted

wilted

verb

past tense of wilt

1

as in drooped

to be limp from lack of water or vigor

the plants wilted after I forgot to water them for three whole days

Synonyms & Similar Words

• drooped
• hung
• sagged
• fell
• slumped
• flagged
• subsided
• collapsed
• lolled
• crumpled
• swagged
• slouched
• dropped
• sank
• yielded
• caved (in)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• stiffened
• distended
• rose
• straightened
• uncurled
• unbent

2

as in faded

to lose bodily strength or vigor

she had wilted a bit after walking around the hot and humid city

Synonyms & Similar Words

• faded
• weakened
• sagged
• failed
• went
• withered
• sank
• decayed
• deteriorated
• lagged
• drooped
• emaciated
• wasted (away)
• languished
• flagged
• rotted
• yielded
• broke down
• degenerated
• wore out
• ran down

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• recovered
• rallied
• recuperated
• rebounded
• gained
• convalesced

3

as in dried

to lose liveliness, force, or freshness

after six solid hours of painting, his energy was starting to wilt

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dried
• faded
• withered
• shriveled
• diminished
• waned
• decreased
• mummified
• wizened
• declined
• lessened

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• revived
• flourished
• bloomed
• thrived
• increased
• grew
• prospered
• freshened
• developed
• waxed
• peaked
• surged
• crested

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of wilted

Cook 2 large shallots, thinly sliced into rings, and ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often, until shallots are wilted and most are golden brown and crisp, 8–10 minutes. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Aug. 2026

For some greens, stir in two big handfuls of spinach with the tomato sauce and cook until wilted. — ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026

How much water hydrangeas actually need varies depending on the species and your soil type; however, plants that look wilted or drooping may be asking for a drink. — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 28 July 2026

Leaves may look wilted or droopy during excessive heat due to temporary heat stress, particularly midday. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 July 2026

The temperature that day had reached 99 degrees and the city had wilted, but the downpour caused the mercury to plummet a good 10 degrees. — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Unfortunately, daytime watering offers little to plants beyond minor temperature regulation and perhaps emergency rescue when especially wilted. — Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026

Meanwhile, if the dark green tips or outer stems are wilted, simply remove them. — Martha Stewart, 6 July 2026

Some fighters like Jaime Munguia have wilted in this situation. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026