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deterioration

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. deterioration
2. getting worse

This noun and verb (with する) means "worsening" or "deterioration," describing a situation, condition, or relationship that has gotten worse. It is frequently seen in news and medical contexts, such as a worsening economy or declining health.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Skipping dinner actually made my stomach worse.

Sentence 2

It's scary how a tiny misunderstanding can make things go south so fast!

Sentence 3

Keep making the same mistakes and people's impression of you will suffer!

Sentence 4

"The reason things got worse was just a misunderstanding," she said.

Sentence 5

Believing rumors like that is going to damage your relationships, you know?