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deteriorated

Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective

Sense 1 (Verb): To become worse in quality, condition, or appearance.

Example sentence: The old building has slowly deteriorated over time due to neglect.

Example sentence: The relationship between the two friends deteriorated after the misunderstanding.

Sense 2 (Adjective): Referring to something that has become worse in quality, condition, or appearance.

Example sentence: The deteriorated roads made driving through the city a bumpy experience.

Example sentence: The deteriorated paint on the car gave it a worn-out look.

Usage: Deteriorated is commonly used to describe the decline or worsening of various things, such as buildings, relationships, health, or situations. Additionally, it can function as a past participle.

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