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📉Degradation

noun
/ˌdeɡ.rəˈdeɪ.ʃən/
degenerative diseases degrade
Degradation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning Degradation synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison Degradation collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

the condition or process of deteriorating; reduction to a lower or worse state
The process of being degraded, declined, or reduced in quality, dignity, or value.
The condition or process of degrading or being degraded.

Example Sentences

Environmental degradation threatens the survival of many species.

Pollution leads to the degradation of the environment.

Soil degradation due to overuse is a growing issue.

Synonyms

deterioration, decline, degeneration, erosion, debasement, downfall
Entry 1
deterioration, decline, degeneration, erosion
Entry 2
decline, deterioration, debasement, downfall
Entry 3
decline, deterioration

Antonyms

improvement, enhancement, restoration, upgrade
Entry 1
improvement, enhancement, restoration, upgrade
Entry 2
improvement, restoration
Entry 3
improvement, restoration

Collocations

environmental degradation, moral degradation, soil degradation, social degradation
Entry 1
environmental degradation, moral degradation, soil degradation
Entry 2
environmental degradation, social degradation, moral degradation

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