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noun
1.
the act or process of deteriorating.
2.
the state or condition of having deteriorated.
3.
a gradual decline, as in quality, serviceability, or vigor.
Origin:
1650–60; < Late Latin dēteriōrātiōn- (stem of dēteriōrātiō), equivalent to dēteriōrāt(us) (see deteriorate) + -iōn- -ion
1650–60; < Late Latin dēteriōrātiōn- (stem of dēteriōrātiō), equivalent to dēteriōrāt(us) (see deteriorate) + -iōn- -ion
Related forms
non·de·te·ri·o·ra·tion, noun
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Deterioration
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Example Sentences
- It is easier to create markets than it is to create state capacity or to prevent its deterioration.
- There seemed to be real and rapid deterioration in her mood.
- Some elderly people may be confused, lethargic, and show general deterioration.
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Word Origin & History
deterioration
1650s, from Fr. déterioration (15c.), noun of action from détériorer, from L.L. deteriorare (see deteriorate).
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Medical Dictionary
deterioration de·te·ri·o·ra·tion (dĭ-tēr'ē-ə-rā'shən)
n.
The process or condition of becoming worse.
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