retrograde
adjectiveMoving backward or returning to a less developed or less desirable condition.
Moving backward
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nounThe level of quality or ability of someone or something.
corrupt
adjectiveDishonest or willing to misuse a position for improper gain.
Dishonest or unprincipled
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deteriorate
verbTo decline gradually in condition, quality, or effectiveness.
elevate
verbTo raise something in position, status, quality, or level.
Raise in level or standing
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relegate
verbTo assign someone or something to a lower or less prominent position.
sordid
adjectiveDirty, degraded, or morally disreputable.
Dirty and neglected
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