Deterioration

B2 16+

Synonyms of deterioration

Antonyms of deterioration

Collocations of deterioration

health
Frequency: 70 %

The patient's deteriorating health required immediate attention.

condition
Frequency: 60 %

The house fell into a state of severe deterioration after years of neglect.

economic situation
Frequency: 55 %

The country's deteriorating economic situation led to widespread unemployment.

environment
Frequency: 50 %

The constant pollution has caused the rapid deterioration of the environment.

mental health
Frequency: 45 %

The pandemic has led to a deterioration in many people's mental health.

Idiomatic Expressions for deterioration

  • Phrase: downward spiral
    Meaning: a situation in which a series of problems or difficulties leads to further problems and difficulties, causing a continuous deterioration
    Usage: The company's financial troubles have caused it to enter a downward spiral.