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deteriorate
[ dih-teer-ee-uh-reyt ]
verb (used with or without object)
- to make or become worse or inferior in condition, character, quality, value, etc.
Synonyms: , ,
- to disintegrate or wear away.
deteriorate
/ ɪˈɪəɪəˌɪ /
verb
- to make or become worse or lower in quality, value, character, etc; depreciate
- intr to wear away or disintegrate
Derived Forms
- ˈٱǰپ, adjective
- ˌٱˈپDz, noun
Other Word Forms
- ·ٱ····پ adjective
- ܲ··ٱ···· adjective
- un··ٱ····پ adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of deteriorate1
Word History and Origins
Origin of deteriorate1
Example Sentences
"You are a lady whose mental state deteriorated, I suspect under the overwhelming weight of your concern and care for Alexander."
Driving Tesla’s woes is Musk’s deteriorating reputation, Ives said, which has led to protests and boycotts against Tesla and incidents of vandalism on Tesla vehicles and chargers.
Headlines about the late pontiff’s deteriorating health had been making the rounds, and anyway, given the criteria for the position, a papal passing is never too far-fetched.
By 16, her health had deteriorated to such an extent that she was taken to hospital after losing the ability to speak.
His health again began to deteriorate Feb. 14, when he was admitted to Gemelli hospital for what was described as a respiratory infection.
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