dégradation — meaning in English
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English meaning
- breakdown noun A failure, especially of a machine or vehicle.
- degradation noun A lowering in rank, dignity, or reputation.
- demotion noun A move to a lower rank, position, or level.
- waste noun Material that is no longer wanted or useful; rubbish.
Senses
dégradation is used for these senses in English:
- breakdown (chemistry, uncountable) Breaking of chemical bonds within a compound to produce simpler compounds or elements; (countable) an instance of this.
- degradation The act of reducing in rank, character, or reputation, or of abasing; a lowering from one's standing or rank in office or society
- demotion An act of demoting; a lowering of rank or status.
- waste Gradual loss or decay.
breakdown — full definition
- noun A failure, especially of a machine or vehicle.
- noun A sudden decline in someone's mental or physical health, often preventing normal functioning.
- noun A detailed analysis showing the separate parts of something.
degradation — full definition
- noun A lowering in rank, dignity, or reputation.
- noun A gradual decline in quality, strength, or condition.