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Decline (Noun)

A condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state.

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The economy showed a steady decline over the past few years, resulting in widespread unemployment and poverty.
Her health has been in decline since the diagnosis, and now she requires constant care.
The once-thriving city has fallen into decline, with crumbling buildings and deserted streets.
The decline of the Roman Empire was a gradual process that spanned centuries.
The air quality in the city has been in decline due to increasing industrialization and vehicle emissions.

A gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current.

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Change toward something smaller or lower.

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The country experienced a significant decline in economic growth during the past year.
There was a steady decline in the company's stock prices over the last quarter.
After a lifetime of running marathons, the athlete experienced a noticeable decline in endurance in his later years.
Following a ban on pesticides, a sharp decline in honey bee populations was reported by farmers across the nation.
After peak performance at 20 years of age, athletes usually start a slow decline in strength, agility, and flexibility over time.

A downward slope or bend.

Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).

The bike sped down the decline, its tires screeching on the sharp curve.
Hikers were careful to maintain their balance on the steep decline to the river below.
The engineer's plan called for a gradual decline to ensure safe navigation through the mountain tunnel.
From the summit, we looked down at the dramatic decline to the valley floor, thousands of feet below.
Skiers began their descent on the long, gentle decline, winding through trees to the ski lodge at the bottom.