Shoot up and Shrivel

Opposite meaning terms

Shoot up verb - To rise abruptly and rapidly.

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Shrivel is an antonym for shoot up in topics: develop, mature, sprout, do well, fully grown.

Shrivel verb - Wither, as with a loss of moisture.

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Shoot up is an antonym for shrivel.

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