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degenerate

verb

To decline into a worse condition.

Become worse

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deteriorate decline worsen decay devolve regress

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deteriorate

verb

To decline gradually in condition, quality, or effectiveness.

Become worse

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decline worsen degenerate decay degrade crumble

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exacerbate

verb

To make an existing problem or undesirable condition worse.

Make a problem worse

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worsen aggravate intensify compound

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exacerbation

noun

A worsening of an existing problem or unpleasant condition.

Worsening

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aggravation worsening intensification deterioration

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