Etymology:
Meaning:
To lose strength or vitality; to become weak or exhausted; to wither or droop.
Origin:
The word "wilt" ultimately derives from the Proto-Indo-European root * * wil- * "to become soft". This root also gave rise to the words "wilt" (as a noun, meaning "a disease affecting plants"), "wiltful" (meaning "done intentionally"), and "wilful" (meaning "stubborn or obstinate").
The word "wilt" has been used in English since the 12th century. In the Middle Ages, the word was often used to describe the physical symptoms of illness, such as weakness and fever. By the 16th century, the word "wilt" had also begun to be used to describe mental or emotional states, such as depression or sadness. Today, the word "wilt" is most commonly used to describe the physical symptoms of illness or exhaustion.
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