deterioration
/dɪˌtɪriəˈreɪʃən/
noun
- The process of becoming worse in quality, condition, or value.
- The deterioration of the building's foundation was a major safety concern.
- Economic deterioration led to widespread unemployment in the region.
- Doctors noticed a gradual deterioration in the patient's eyesight.
- Physical decay or breakdown of a material or substance.
- Proper storage can prevent the deterioration of food in the pantry.
- Constant exposure to sunlight caused the deterioration of the plastic chairs.
- The deterioration of the ancient ruins was accelerated by tourism.
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