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degradation in Portuguese

degradation in Portuguese is declínio, degeneração, deterioração — degradation means a lowering in rank, dignity, or reputation.

degradation in Portuguese

declínio
noun
The act of reducing in rank, character, or reputation, or of abasing; a lowering from one's standing or rank in office or society
degeneração
noun
Diminution or reduction of strength, efficacy, or value; degeneration; deterioration.
deterioração
noun
Diminution or reduction of strength, efficacy, or value; degeneration; deterioration.

What does "degradation" mean?

  1. noun A lowering in rank, dignity, or reputation.
    "He described the humiliating job as a degradation of his skills."
  2. noun A gradual decline in quality, strength, or condition.
    "Environmental degradation has damaged the coral reef."
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degradation in a sentence

  • He described the humiliating job as a degradation of his skills.
  • Environmental degradation has damaged the coral reef.
  • The material shows signs of degradation from sun exposure.

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What is "degradation" in Portuguese?

"degradation" in Portuguese is declínio, degeneração, deterioração. degradation means: A lowering in rank, dignity, or reputation.

How do you use "degradation" in a sentence?

Example: "He described the humiliating job as a degradation of his skills." In Portuguese, "degradation" is declínio, degeneração, deterioração.

Are there other ways to say "degradation" in Portuguese?

Yes — Portuguese has 3 translations listed for "degradation": declínio, degeneração, deterioração.

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