Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
health-deteriorates
Phrase
/hɛlθ dɪˈtɛrɪəreɪts/
Definition
The process of physical or mental well-being declining or worsening over time.
Examples
- As she aged, her health began to deteriorate significantly.
- If proper care is not taken, someone’s health may deteriorate quickly.
- Chronic stress can cause an individual’s health to deteriorate over the years.
Meaning
When someone’s health deteriorates, it means that their physical or mental condition is becoming weaker or more serious.
Synonyms
- declines
- worsens
- weakens
- fails
