perish Synonyms
perish Meaning
perish (v)
pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life
perish (v. i.)
To be destroyed; to pass away; to become nothing; to be lost; to die; hence, to wither; to waste away.
perish (v. t.)
To cause perish.
FAQs About the word perish
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The travelers perished in the unforgiving desert wasteland due to lack of water.
The injured bird's wing was so severely damaged that it was destined to perish.
The ancient village perished under the relentless siege of the invading army.
The flowers in the garden perished during the unexpected frost.