Pronunciation: /dɪˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən/
noun the process of deteriorating or declining in quality, strength, or condition
A1 The doctor explained that degeneration of the joints is a common part of aging.
A2 She was worried about the degeneration of her eyesight as she got older.
B1 The degeneration of the environment is a major concern for many environmentalists.
B2 The degeneration of the old building was evident in the crumbling walls and peeling paint.
C1 The degeneration of society's values is often attributed to the rise of technology and social media.
C2 The degeneration of the once thriving ecosystem was a stark reminder of the impact of human activity on the planet.
formal The doctor diagnosed the patient with spinal degeneration.
informal My grandma's knees are really hurting her because of the degeneration.
slang I heard that sitting too much can cause back degeneration.
figurative The political party blamed the country's problems on the degeneration of moral values.
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