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Vocabulary Entry
deterioration
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The process of becoming progressively worse.
Example Sentences
"The deterioration of the building was evident after years of neglect."
"Economic deterioration can lead to increased unemployment rates."
"They studied the deterioration of the environment due to pollution."
V
verb
To make or become worse; to decline in quality.
Example Sentences
"If not maintained, the condition of the car will deteriorate quickly."
"The situation began to deteriorate when the negotiations stalled."
"His health may deteriorate if he doesn't follow the doctor's advice."