Grammar fix
wear off
fade gradually (effect, feeling, or impact)
If something such as a feeling, effect, or impact wears off, it gradually disappears or becomes less strong over time.
phrasal verbC1occasional
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
The pain from my headache finally wore off after a few hours.
I think the initial enthusiasm for online learning can wear off if students don't feel engaged or supported.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: The effect wore off down.
Say: The effect wore off.
'Wear off' already means fade — don't add 'down'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Wear off' is the natural verb for an effect fading; 'dissipated' is formal.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
wear off + effect
- the painkillers
- the novelty
- the shock
- after a while