상태가 나빠지거나 질적으로 저하되다.
To decline or deteriorate in quality, nature, or character.
예문:
"The political debate degenerated into a shouting match."
"Over the years, the once-grand estate degenerated into a ruin."
신체적 또는 정신적 기능이 점진적으로 감퇴하거나 퇴화하다.
To undergo progressive physical or mental deterioration.
예문:
"Certain genetic disorders cause the retina to degenerate."
"The brain's cognitive functions may degenerate without mental stimulation."
도덕적 기준이나 가치가 타락하거나 퇴폐적인 상태에 있다.
Having lost the moral qualities or standards considered normal or desirable.
예문:
"The regime was criticized for its degenerate practices."
"The novel depicts a degenerate society on the brink of collapse."
도덕적으로 타락하거나 품행이 불량한 사람.
An immoral or corrupt person.
예문:
"The gambler was seen as a degenerate by his family."
"They were treated like degenerates for their unconventional beliefs."
둘 이상의 상태가 동일한 에너지 준위를 가지는 상태에 관한 것.
Relating to a system where multiple states have the same energy level.
예문:
"The study of degenerate gases is crucial for understanding stellar evolution."
"The electrons occupy degenerate orbitals within the atom."