degenerate

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(de-gen-er-ate) 4 syllables

Definition

verb. 1 to decline from an original or former condition; change for the worse in nature or quality; deteriorate; 2.to decline markedly in mental or moral character.

Example Sentence

Her health will degenerate if she doesn't take her medication.

Synonyms

decline; deterioration; descent; corruption

Antonyms

rise; upswing

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Rhymes

  • generate
  • venerate

  • degenerate
  • cogenerate
  • degenerate
  • regenerate