deteriorate — to become progressively worse; to decline in quality, condition, or value
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to become progressively worse; to decline in quality, condition, or value
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈtɪriəreɪt/
Example Sentences
- My laptop's battery life deteriorates faster than my motivation on Monday mornings.
- The old building began to deteriorate after years of neglect.
- His cooking skills deteriorated so much that even the dog refused his leftovers.
deteriorate
VERB[/dɪˈtɪriəreɪt/]
to become progressively worse; to decline in quality, condition, or value
The house condition keeps getting worse
As old paintings deteriorate, artists create works we can all relate to!
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'deteriorate,' derived from 'deterior' meaning 'worse' or 'inferior,' which comes from the comparative form of 'detritus' (worn away). The word entered English in the 16th century through Late Latin and French.
Breakdown
de- (down, away) + terior (worse, inferior) + -ate (verb suffix) = deteriorate
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My laptop's battery life deteriorates faster than my motivation on Monday mornings.”
“The old building began to deteriorate after years of neglect.”
“His cooking skills deteriorated so much that even the dog refused his leftovers.”
“The weather conditions deteriorated rapidly during the storm.”
📚Related Words
Want to master 27,000+ words?
Sign up free for flashcards & quizzes.