萎縮

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 萎縮 is read as いしゅく and means “shrinking” and “intimidation”.
• Basic usage: It describes a newcomer becoming intimidated and unused muscle physically shrinking.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Key distinction: 萎縮
  • Context distinguishes psychological intimidation from physical atrophy of tissue.