Meaning of the word "descend into" in English

What does "descend into" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

descend into

US /dɪˈsend ˈɪntuː/
UK /dɪˈsend ˈɪntuː/

Phrasal Verb

to fall into a worse state or condition

Example:
The country began to descend into chaos after the revolution.
His health started to descend into a critical state.