noun
Uncommon
worsening
Worsening (noun) means a decline into a worse state. Example: “Doctors reported a worsening of his condition overnight.”
noun
1
A decline into a worse state.
"Doctors reported a worsening of his condition overnight."
How to use worsening
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe process of getting worse.
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Word forms
- Plural
- worsenings
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Rhymes for worsening
evening
opening
widening
awakening
happening
weakening
deafening
maddening
listening
gardening
sickening
fattening
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Frequently asked questions
What does “worsening” mean?
The word “worsening” means a decline into a worse state. In plain terms, the process of getting worse.
How do you use “worsening” in a sentence?
Here is “worsening” used in a sentence: “Doctors reported a worsening of his condition overnight.”
What part of speech is “worsening”?
“Worsening” is a noun.
Is “worsening” a common word?
“Worsening” is an uncommon word in modern English.
