초대, 제안, 요청 등을 정중하게 거절하다.
To politely refuse an invitation, offer, or request.
예문:
"She had to decline the job offer because the salary was too low."
"We sincerely regret that we must decline your invitation to the conference."
"The witness declined to answer any questions without his lawyer present."
수, 양, 가치, 힘 등이 점차 줄어들거나 약해지다; 쇠퇴하다.
To become smaller, fewer, or less; decrease in quantity, strength, or quality; deteriorate.
예문:
"Housing prices in the region have been declining steadily for the past two quarters."
"After the illness, the patient's physical strength began to decline rapidly."
"If the company's profits continue to decline, layoffs may be inevitable."
수, 가치, 상태 등이 점진적으로 줄어들거나 나빠지는 현상.
A gradual and continuous loss of strength, numbers, or value; a process of becoming smaller, weaker, or worse.
예문:
"The city is struggling to cope with the slow decline of its manufacturing base."
"Analysts predicted a sharp decline in consumer spending during the holiday season."