deteriorative Definition
tending to make something worse or less effective over time.
Using deteriorative: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deteriorative" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The deteriorative effects of smoking are well-known.
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The company's deteriorative financial situation led to layoffs.
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The deteriorative relationship between the two countries worsened after the conflict.
deteriorative Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: deteriorative in Brief
The term 'deteriorative' [dɪˈtɪəriəreɪtɪv] describes something that tends to make a situation worse or less effective over time. It is often used to describe negative effects, such as the deteriorative effects of smoking or a deteriorative financial situation.
