Answer: languishes

AnswerCrossword Clue
LANGUISHESDroops
languishesSuffer from being forced to remain in an unpleasant place or situation
languishes(of a person or other living thing) Lose or lack vitality; grow weak or feeble
languishesFail to make progress or be successful
languishesPine with love or grief
languishesAssume or display a sentimentally tender or melancholy expression or tone
languishesLANGUISH, to lose vitality