degradation

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The process of something becoming worse in quality, condition, or value; deterioration.

• Environmental degradation threatens many species.
• The degradation of the building was visible after years of neglect.
• Soil degradation reduces agricultural productivity.
• Researchers measured the rate of plastic degradation in marine environments and found that microorganisms play a surprisingly limited role in decomposition.
• The degradation of historic manuscripts poses significant challenges for archivists attempting to preserve cultural heritage for future generations.
• Urban planners address infrastructure degradation by implementing preventive maintenance programs that extend the lifespan of roads and bridges.

Eş anlamlılar: deterioration, decline, degeneration, decay, breakdown

Zıt anlamlılar: improvement, enhancement, upgrade, restoration

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The act of treating someone without respect or dignity; humiliation.

• The prisoners suffered terrible degradation.
• She refused to endure such degradation any longer.
• The degradation he faced left lasting emotional scars.

Eş anlamlılar: humiliation, disgrace, shame, dishonor, abasement

Zıt anlamlılar: dignity, honor, respect, elevation