Deterioration (Noun)
Meaning 1
Process of changing to an inferior state.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
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Meaning 2
A symptom of reduced quality or strength.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The doctor warned that the patient's condition would lead to a rapid deterioration of her physical health if left untreated.
- The once-thriving neighborhood showed signs of deterioration, with crumbling buildings and overgrown lots.
- The company's financial reports revealed a steady deterioration in profits over the past quarter.
- The bridge's structural deterioration made it a hazard to drivers, and it was eventually closed for repairs.
- The team's performance showed a noticeable deterioration in the second half of the season, leading to their elimination from the playoffs.