IPA: /dɪˈdʒɛnəreɪtli/
KK: /dɪˈdʒɛnərətli/
Definition: In a way that shows a decline or deterioration in quality or morality.
Example: The community was affected degenerately by the lack of resources and support.
IPA: /dɪˈdʒɛnəˌrɛtnəs/
KK: /dɪˈdʒɛnəˌrət/
Definition: The condition of having declined in quality, morality, or vitality.
Example: The community was concerned about the degenerateness of the local environment.
IPA: /ˌdɛdʒəˈneɪʃən/
KK: /dɪˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən/
Definition: The process or state of losing function, quality, or structure in an organism, tissue, or system, often due to disease, aging, or injury.
Example: The degeneration of the muscle tissue was evident in the patient's condition.
IPA: /dɪˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.tɪv/
KK: /dɪˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.tɪv/
Definition: Relating to a condition that gradually worsens over time, often leading to a decline in health or function.
Example: Alzheimer's disease is a degenerative condition that affects memory and cognitive abilities.
IPA: /dɪˌɡlæməraɪˈzeɪʃən/
KK: /dɪˌɡlæməraɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definition: The act of making something less glamorous or attractive, often by removing the elements that make it seem appealing or luxurious.
Example: The deglamorization of the fashion industry has led to more realistic representations of beauty.
IPA: /dɪˈɡluːtɪʃən/
KK: /dɪˌɡluːˈtɪʃən/
Definition: The action of swallowing food or drink.
Example: Deglutition is an important part of the digestive process.
IPA: /dɪˈɡrɛɡəˌdeɪʃən/
KK: /dɪˈɡreɪdʒən/
Definition: A process or state in which something is reduced in quality, value, or condition.
Example: The degradation of the environment is a serious issue that needs to be addressed.
IPA: /dɪˈɡreɪdəˌtɪv/
KK: /dɪˈɡrædəˌtɪv/
Definition: Relating to or causing a decline in quality, value, or condition.
Example: The degradative effects of pollution can harm the environment.
IPA: //dɪˈɡreɪd//
KK: /dɪˈɡreɪd/
Definition: To fall to a lower level or quality; to deteriorate or break down.
Example: As the materials aged, they began to degrade and lose their strength.
Definition: To lower the quality, value, or dignity of something or someone, often causing harm or disgrace.
Example: The scandal served to degrade the reputation of the organization.
IPA: /dɪˈɡreɪdɪd/
KK: /dɪˈɡreɪdɪd/
Definition: Having lost quality, value, or dignity; often refers to something that has been harmed or made worse.
Example: The degraded environment showed signs of pollution and neglect.
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