상태나 품질이 점차 나빠지거나 악화되다.
To become progressively worse in quality, value, or condition.
예문:
"The patient's health began to deteriorate rapidly after the surgery."
"Relations between the two neighbors deteriorated over a boundary dispute."
물질이 부식되거나 성질이 변하여 품질이 저하되다.
To undergo a change in physical or chemical structure that results in a loss of quality or strength.
예문:
"The rubber seals on the windows will deteriorate if they are not treated regularly."
"The quality of the film stock had deteriorated due to poor storage conditions."
도덕적 가치나 사회적 수준 등이 낮은 상태로 떨어지다.
To decline in moral character or social standards.
예문:
"The political debate deteriorated into a series of personal insults."
"Some believe that moral standards in society have deteriorated in recent years."