wear away

• Partikelverb, das einen allmählichen Prozess des Abnehmens, der Abnutzung, Zerstörung oder Schwächung durch ständigen Gebrauch, Reibung oder Zeit bezeichnet.

A phrasal verb used to indicate the gradual process of being reduced, eroded, or diminished through continuous use, friction, or time.

unzählbar · intransitiv · Phrasal, untrennbar

1. Gradual erosionformal

   To gradually become thinner, weaker, or disappear due to continuous use or friction.

   Abnutzung

   • The constant wind and rain wore away the ancient stone carvings.
   • The tread on the tires had worn away after years of driving.
   • The inscription on the ring had worn away over time.

   Synonymeabradecorrodedeterioratediminisherodefraygrind downwear down

   Antonymeaccumulatebuildcoatdeposit

2. Diminish or fadeformal

   To gradually reduce or destroy something, such as patience, resistance, or strength.

   Zermürben

   • The constant criticism wore away his confidence.
   • Her patience was worn away by the endless delays.
   • The repetitive tasks wore away at his enthusiasm.

   Synonymeabradeconsumediminishdwindleeat awayerodefadeunderminewaneweaken

   Antonymereinforcerestorestrengthen

Grundverbwear