Decline

Synonyms of decline

• decrease
• diminish
• reduce

Antonyms of decline

• increase
• rise
• improve

Collocations of decline

steady decline

Frequency: 70 %

The company experienced a steady decline in profits over the past year.

sharp decline

Frequency: 60 %

There was a sharp decline in the number of visitors to the museum after the new entrance fee was implemented.

significant decline

Frequency: 55 %

There has been a significant decline in the quality of education in public schools.

rapid decline

Frequency: 50 %

The patient's health took a rapid decline after the surgery.

gradual decline

Frequency: 45 %

The town's population has been experiencing a gradual decline for the past decade.

Idiomatic Expressions for decline

• Phrase: beyond the decline
  Meaning: past the point of recovery or improvement
  Usage: The economy is beyond the decline and is now showing signs of growth and stability.