What is another word for languishes?
Pronunciation: [lˈaŋɡwɪʃɪz] (IPA) 
Languishes means to become weak or lose energy from a lack of activity or stimulation. Synonyms for languishes include wither, deteriorate, decline, decay, fade, wilt, droop, flag, ennui, stagnate, and wilt. Wither refers to a decline in vitality, while deteriorate implies worsening over time. Decline can describe a gradual weakening or falling away, and decay suggests a more rapid deterioration. Fade can refer to a loss of brightness or vigor, while wilt and droop describe a physical slump. Flag refers to a loss of enthusiasm, while ennui suggests a lack of interest or boredom. Stagnate refers to a lack of movement or progress.
