Decaimiento (en. Decay)
/de.ka.i̯ˈmen.to/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
State of deterioration and loss of vigor.
The decay of the population has been alarming.
El decaimiento de la población ha sido alarmante.
Loss of energy or strength.
The physical decay of the athlete was evident after the competition.
El decaimiento físico del atleta fue evidente tras la competencia.
Gradual decrease of something.
The decay of local culture is due to globalization.
El decaimiento de la cultura local se debe a la globalización.
Etymology
From Latin 'decadentia', meaning 'fall' or 'decline'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
spiritual decay
State of loss of hope or energy in emotional and spiritual aspects.
decaimiento espiritual
economic decay
Situation of deterioration in the economy of a country or region.
decaimiento económico
physical decay
Loss of health or strength of the body.
decaimiento físico
Related Words
declination
Process of decreasing or lowering in quality or quantity.
declinación
deterioration
Action of worsening or losing quality.
deterioro
decline
Downward movement or reduction in importance.
declive
Slang Meanings
To feel down.
Since he lost his job, his decay is evident.
Desde que perdió el trabajo, su decaimiento es evidente.
To feel dull or without energy.
Lately, I am in total decay.
Últimamente estoy en un decaimiento total.