Meaning: To gradually decrease in strength, intensity, or size.
Hindi: घटना, क्षीण होना
Synonyms: decline, diminish, fade, decrease
Asked in: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 · SSC CHSL 2022 T-1 · SSC MTS 2020
wane in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 Synonyms
Select the most appropriate synonym of the word: Wane
Answer & explanation
Answer: C) Decline
"Wane" means to decrease in vigour , power, or extent; to become smaller or less intense over time. Its closest synonym is "Decline" — to become smaller, fewer, or less; to diminish. Grow, Intensify, and Increase are all antonyms of Wane.
Examples
- “Her enthusiasm for the project began to wane after a few months.”
wane – questions
What is the meaning of wane in Hindi?
wane means “घटना, क्षीण होना” in Hindi. In English: To gradually decrease in strength, intensity, or size.
What are the synonyms of wane?
Synonyms of wane: decline, diminish, fade, decrease.
What is the opposite of wane?
Antonyms of wane: wax, grow, increase.
Has wane been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – wane has been asked 3 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1, SSC CHSL 2022 T-1, SSC MTS 2020.