Withers is a term used to describe the process of something deteriorating or decaying over time. SHRIVELS, Rots, Fades, WILTS, and Driesup are all words that can be used to describe this process. SHRIVELS refers to something becoming smaller and wrinkled due to lack of moisture. Rots is when something decays due to bacteria or fungi. Fades is when something gradually becomes less visible or intense. WILTS is when something droops or sags due to lack of water. Finally, Driesup is when something loses its moisture and becomes dry. All of these words can be used to describe the process of withering.