degradation
US /ˌdeɡ.rəˈdeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌdeɡ.rəˈdeɪ.ʃən/
名词
1.
退化, 恶化
the process of something being damaged or destroyed
示例:
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Environmental degradation is a serious global issue.
环境恶化是一个严重的全球性问题。
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The building suffered severe degradation over the years.
多年来，这座建筑遭受了严重的退化。
2.
屈辱, 堕落
the act of treating someone with disrespect or making them feel ashamed
示例:
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He felt a sense of degradation after being publicly humiliated.
在公开受辱后，他感到一种屈辱。
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The constant criticism led to her emotional degradation.
持续的批评导致了她情感上的堕落。
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