Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
downslide
noun
/ˈdaʊn.slaɪd/
Definition
A decline or deterioration, particularly in conditions or quality.
Examples
- The economy has entered a downslide due to the recent financial crisis.
- There has been a noticeable downslide in student performance this semester.
- After years of success, the company’s sales began to downslide.
Meaning
Downslide refers to the process of moving downward or declining, often used to describe a situation that is worsening over time.
Synonyms
- decline
- downturn
- deterioration
- degradation
