perish
/ˈpɛrɪʃ/
verb
- To die, especially in a violent or sudden way.
- Without food and water, the hikers would perish in the desert.
- The ancient civilization perished after a long drought.
- Many sailors perished when the ship sank in the storm.
- To be destroyed or ruined completely.
- The old wooden barn perished in the fire.
- If we don't protect the forest, many species will perish.
- The hope of peace perished after the treaty was broken.
- To decay or rot (especially of food or organic material).
- Milk perishes quickly without refrigeration.
- The flowers perished within a few days of being picked.
- The fruit will perish if left out in the sun too long.