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    Worsening

    /ˈwɜːrsənɪŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The act or state of becoming worse.
    The worsening of the economic situation has affected many families.
    An increase in severity or deterioration.
    We are concerned about the worsening of his symptoms.
    verb
    The process of becoming worse or more severe.
    The patient's condition is worsening despite treatment.
    To make or become worse.
    His bad habits are worsening his health over time.
    To deteriorate in quality or condition.
    The weather is expected to worsen as the storm approaches.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'worse' + '-ening', indicating the action of becoming worse.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    worsening situation
    A scenario that is progressively becoming worse.
    worsening conditions
    Circumstances that are deteriorating or becoming less favorable.

    Related Words

    worse
    More bad; inferior in quality or performance.
    deteriorate
    To become progressively worse.

    Slang Meanings

    Going downhill
    His attitude has been going downhill since the breakup.
    Going to hell in a handbasket
    This project is going to hell in a handbasket with all the delays.