languish
Pronunciation:
/ˈlæŋ.ɡwɪʃ//ˈlæŋ.ɡwɪʃ/verb
Definitions
To lose strength and become weak; to be in a state of weakness or sickness.
To pine away in longing for something; to have low spirits, especially from lovesickness.
Example: He languished without his girlfriend
To live in miserable or disheartening conditions.
Example: He languished in prison for years
To be neglected; to make little progress, be unsuccessful.
Example: The case languished for years before coming to trial.