Wane ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Wane ( verb )

1. To decrease in size, strength, or intensity, especially gradually.
2. To become less in amount, number, or degree.

Origin:

From the old english word "wanian" meaning "to decrease or to become less in size, strength, or intensity".

Examples:

1. The moon was waning as it moved away from full phase.
2. Her popularity began to wane after the scandal broke.
3. His energy waned as the day went on.
4. The enthusiasm for the project waned as the deadline approached.
5. Support for the candidate waned as the campaign progressed.

(As a noun)

Wane ( noun )

1. To decrease in size, strength, or intensity, especially gradually.
2. To become less in amount, number, or degree.

Origin:

From the old english word "wanian" meaning "to decrease or to become less in size, strength, or intensity".

Examples:

1. The moon was waning as it moved away from full phase.
2. Her popularity began to wane after the scandal broke.
3. His energy waned as the day went on.
4. The enthusiasm for the project waned as the deadline approached.
5. Support for the candidate waned as the campaign progressed.