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.health
- I think the initial enthusiasm for online learning can wear off if students don't feel engaged or supported.IELTS speaking
Fix the pattern
Pattern: wear off (no object)
WrongThe effect wore off down.
RightThe effect wore off.
'Wear off' already means fade — don't add 'down'.
Patternwear off (no object)
Use it right
Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.
'Wear off' is the natural verb for an effect fading; 'dissipated' is formal.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
wear off + effectthe painkillersthe noveltythe shockafter a while
Don't confuse it
At B1/B2, learners may know 'wear out' (for objects becoming unusable). 'Wear off' is different: it refers to something non-physical (like a feeling or effect) fading away.