deterioration
[noun]
Synonyms: atrophy, decadence, declension, declination, decline, degeneracy, degeneration, dégringolade, devaluation, devolution, downfall, downgrade, ruin, failure, ebbing, waning

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Antonyms: amelioration, improvement
Contrasted words: betterment, help, enhancement, heightening, improvement, convalescence, recovering, recuperation
Related Words: impairment, spoiling, crumbling, decay, decaying, decomposition, disintegration, dissolution, dry rot, rotting, debasement, degradation, depreciation, lessening, dislocation, disruption

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deterioration
noun
ADJ. marked, serious, significant a serious deterioration in relations between the two governments
rapid, sharp | gradual, progressive | mental, physical Mental and physical deterioration both occur naturally with age.
environmental
VERB + DETERIORATION cause, lead to, result in The stress led to a gradual deterioration in her health.
prevent Limits on the dumping of waste will at least prevent further environmental deterioration in the region.
arrest Steps need to be taken quickly to arrest the deterioration in the countries' relationship.
DETERIORATION + VERB occur
PREP. ~ in a rapid deterioration in his condition
PHRASES signs of deterioration The car's bodywork was already showing signs of deterioration.

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