1. the process or state of becoming limp and drooping

1. becoming limp and drooping, especially due to heat or lack of water
Usage: present participle of ‘wilt’
2. losing strength, vigor, or confidence
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The flowers were wilting in the hot sun.
• She forgot to water her plants, and they started wilting.
• His confidence was wilting under the pressure of the interview.
• The lettuce leaves showed signs of wilting after being left out.
• The team’s enthusiasm was wilting as they fell further behind.
• The wilting of the crops indicated a severe drought.
• Her energy was wilting after the long day at work.