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5 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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Her health had been degenerating due to the prolonged illness, leaving her frail and exhausted.
The environment had been degenerating with increasing pollution levels, endangering wildlife and ecosystems.
The relationship had been degenerating slowly, strained by misunderstandings and lack of communication.
The software had been degenerating over time, causing frequent crashes and errors.
The old building had been degenerating for years, and its structural integrity was now compromised.

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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Last Updated On: December 31, 2023
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