Meaning of the word degeneration in English
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degeneration
US /dɪˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
UK /dɪˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
Noun
1.
the process of declining from a higher to a lower level of quality, character, or efficiency
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The rapid degeneration of the ecosystem is a cause for concern.
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Moral degeneration can lead to societal collapse.
2.
a state of decline or deterioration, especially in a biological or medical context
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Macular degeneration is a common cause of vision loss in older adults.
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The doctor explained the degeneration of the joint cartilage.
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