Definition

To experience a decline or deterioration, often due to disease or unfavorable conditions.

Example

The plants began to blight after the heavy rain.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard that the garden might blight this year due to the weather.

Really? That would be such a shame since we worked so hard on it.

Yeah, I know! I hope we can find a way to protect it from blight.

Me too! Maybe we should look into some preventive measures.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A serious problem that causes damage or destruction, especially to plants, or something that negatively affects growth and progress.

Example

The blight affected the entire crop, leading to a significant loss for the farmers.

Conversation

Have you heard about the blight affecting the crops this year?

Yeah, it's really bad — a lot of farmers are worried about their yields.

I read that it can destroy entire fields in just a few weeks.

Definition

To cause something to suffer or decay, often referring to plants or crops, but can also mean to negatively affect or ruin something.

Example

The harsh winter blighted the crops, leading to a poor harvest.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard that the cold weather can blight the crops this season.

Yeah, that's really concerning for farmers.

It's sad to see how much it can blight their hard work.

Root Explanation

Blight originates from Middle English 'blight' (meaning to wither or decay), which is derived from Old English 'bliht' (meaning to make bright or to shine). The word refers to a condition that causes plants to wither or decay, often due to disease or environmental factors.

Memory Tip

Think of something that causes plants to 'wither' or 'decay' — that's what blight means.

Visually Confused Words