deterioration

Definitions

The process of becoming progressively worse in quality, condition, or value.

A state of decline or decay.

Examples

The rapid deterioration of the old bridge forced the city to close it for safety reasons.

Lack of regular maintenance led to the noticeable deterioration of the building's exterior.

Doctors are concerned about the gradual deterioration of his health over the past few months.

Synonyms

decline degradation decay worsening degeneration impairment collapse

Antonyms

improvement amelioration advancement growth development recovery betterment