atrophied in a sentence

Definition

Atrophied refers to a state of having wasted away or diminished in size, strength, or vitality due to disuse, neglect, or disease.

The once-vibrant community had atrophied over the years, leaving behind empty streets and abandoned homes.
His muscles had atrophied from weeks of inactivity after the injury.
The concept of true friendship had atrophied in the age of social media.
As technology advanced, many traditional skills had atrophied among the younger generations.
The artist's passion for painting had atrophied, replaced by the demands of everyday life.
Her enthusiasm for the project had atrophied after months of delays and lack of support.
The neglected garden had atrophied into a wild thicket, far from its former beauty.
With time, their relationship atrophied, drifting into silence and indifference.
The once-thriving business atrophied due to poor management and lack of innovation.
His ability to empathize had atrophied, making it difficult for him to connect with others.