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deteriorate

 

[ dɪˈtɪərɪəˌreɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in weather conditions

To become progressively worse.

Synonyms

decay, decline, degenerate, worsen

Examples of usage

  • The weather is expected to deteriorate over the weekend.
  • The road conditions will deteriorate as the snow continues to fall.
Context #2 | Verb

in health

To decline in quality or condition.

Synonyms

decline, weaken, worsen

Examples of usage

  • His health began to deteriorate after the accident.
  • Without proper care, the patient's condition may deteriorate.
Context #3 | Verb

in relationship

To break down or weaken over time.

Synonyms

dissolve, erode, fray, weaken

Examples of usage

  • The trust between them started to deteriorate after the betrayal.
  • The friendship deteriorated as they drifted apart.

Translations

Translations of the word "deteriorate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 deteriorar

🇮🇳 बिगड़ना

🇩🇪 verschlechtern

🇮🇩 memburuk

🇺🇦 погіршуватися

🇵🇱 pogarszać się

🇯🇵 悪化する

🇫🇷 détériorer

🇪🇸 deteriorar

🇹🇷 kötüleşmek

🇰🇷 악화되다

🇸🇦 يتدهور

🇨🇿 zhoršovat

🇸🇰 zhoršovať sa

🇨🇳 恶化

🇸🇮 poslabšati

🇮🇸 versna

🇰🇿 нашарлау

🇬🇪 დაშლა

🇦🇿 pisləşmək

🇲🇽 deteriorar

Etymology

The word 'deteriorate' originated from the Latin word 'deterioratus', which means 'made worse'. The word first appeared in the English language in the early 16th century. Over time, 'deteriorate' has been used to describe the process of becoming progressively worse in various contexts, such as weather conditions, health, and relationships.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,494, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.