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wane

verb
/weɪn/

Meaning

To decrease gradually in power, intensity, or size.

Example Sentences

The moon wanes after the full moon night.

Example Expressions

on the wane

Synonyms

diminish, decline, weaken, ebb, fade

Antonyms

grow, increase, rise

Collocations

waning power, waning influence, waning interest

Related Vocabularies

to help something develop or increase; to advance someone to a higher position
to look quickly or secretly, especially through a narrow opening
to give knowledge, skills, or training to someone; to teach
to put your hand or finger on something; to make physical contact
to tell someone about a possible danger or problem
To move with a smooth, wave-like motion.

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