Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
worsening
Verb (present participle)
/ˈwɜːrsənɪŋ/
Definition
The act of becoming worse or deteriorating in quality, condition, or degree.
Examples
- The patient’s condition is worsening despite treatment.
- Economic indicators show a worsening trend in the market.
- Her mood keeps worsening after listening to the news.
Meaning
Worsening refers to the process where something declines, becomes less favorable, or deteriorates over time.
Synonyms
- deteriorating
- declining
- aggravating
- degrading
