deterioration
/dɪˌtɪəriəˈreɪʃən/ · /dɪˌtɪriəˈreɪʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic HealthWord #6625 in the learning path
恶化；退化；损坏
Definitions
n. The process of becoming worse in condition or quality.
恶化；退化；损坏
Example
Cracks in the ceiling showed the building's gradual deterioration.
天花板上的裂缝表明这栋楼正逐渐破损。
A deterioration in urban air quality can increase respiratory illness and place additional pressure on healthcare services.
城市空气质量恶化会增加呼吸系统疾病，并给医疗服务带来额外压力。
Collocations
- a deterioration in health
- gradual deterioration
- prevent further deterioration
Word family
- deteriorate (v.)
Synonyms
- decline
- worsening
- degradation
Antonyms
- improvement
- recovery
Usage tip
常用a deterioration in表示某方面的恶化。
FAQ
- What does deterioration mean?
- The process of becoming worse in condition or quality.
- How is deterioration pronounced?
- UK /dɪˌtɪəriəˈreɪʃən/, US /dɪˌtɪriəˈreɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
