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2 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Degenerate' in a Sentence

"To decline or fall below a normal or desirable level in physical, mental, or moral qualities; deteriorate." more

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The neglected manuscript, exposed to moisture, began to degenerate, risking the loss of valuable historical information.
The old manuscript, left unattended for decades, started to degenerate and crumble.

Degenerate

dih-jen-uh-reyt
verbTo decline or fall below a normal or desirable level in physical, mental, or moral qualities; deteriorate.

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