atrophia

/ɑːtrˈoʊfiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition or process in which the normal or functional tissue is gradually diminished or withered due to inadequate blood supply or other factors.

“The patient’s skin atrophy was a result of prolonged bed rest.”

Synonyms

  • shrinkage
  • wasting

Antonyms

  • enlargement
  • hypertrophy