What does EBBED mean?

Parts of Speech: verb Definitions: To ebb means to gradually decrease or become weaker, to recede or flow out, or to decline or fade away. Pronunciations: US: /ɛbd/ UK: /ɛbd/ Origin and Usage: The verb "ebbed" has its roots in the Old English word "ebben" which means "to fall away, recede." It has been used in English since the 16th century and is commonly used to describe the gradual decrease or decline of something, such as the ebbing of the tide or the ebbing of a persons strength. It is also used metaphorically to describe the fading away of emotions or the decline of a situation. Synonyms: decrease, decline, wane, recede, fade, subside, diminish, abate, dwindle, weaken. Related Words: abate, acned, added, adore, agate, agave, aglow, agone, agons, ahead. Example Sentences: - The tide ebbed away, leaving behind a beach full of shells. - Her strength ebbed as the disease progressed. - The popularity of the band gradually ebbed over time. - His enthusiasm for the project ebbed away as the challenges mounted. - The anger in his voice ebbed as he realized he was wrong.