degradation

Definitions

The act or process of lowering the character, quality, or status of someone or something.

A decline to a lower condition, quality, or level of complexity.

The wearing down of rock, soil, or land surface by erosion.

Examples

The rapid degradation of the forest ecosystem is a major concern for environmentalists.

Constant exposure to sunlight caused the gradual degradation of the painting's vibrant colors.

The report highlights the moral degradation that occurs when corruption goes unchecked in government.

Synonyms

deterioration decline decay debasement humiliation demotion corruption

Antonyms

improvement advancement elevation amelioration growth enhancement dignity