wasting away

• Allmählich schwächer, dünner oder kränker werden, oft durch Krankheit, Nahrungsmangel oder Vernachlässigung.

To gradually become weaker, thinner, or less healthy over time, often due to illness, lack of food, or neglect.

1. Physical declineB2formal

   To gradually become weaker, thinner, or less healthy, often due to illness or lack of food.

   Verfall

   • The patient was wasting away from the chronic disease.
   • Without proper nutrition, the body begins wasting away.
   • He watched his grandfather slowly waste away.

2. Losing vitality or energyB2informal

   To lose energy, enthusiasm, or purpose over time.

   Verfallen

   • She felt like she was wasting away in her boring job.
   • He was wasting away in the small town, dreaming of adventure.
   • Without a goal, you can feel like you're just wasting away.