deteriorate
verb | /deteriorate/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
to become worse over time
deteriorate
verb | /deteriorate/
Essential WordsMEDIUMto become worse over time
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Synonyms
worsendeclinedegradedecay
Antonyms
improveamelioraterecover
Examples
"The building continued to deteriorate without proper maintenance."
"Her health began to deteriorate after the accident."
Mnemonic Trick
de + terior (worse) → worsen
Etymology
from Latin deteriorare “to make worse”
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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