품질, 가치 또는 상태가 점진적으로 나빠지는 과정.
The process of becoming progressively worse in quality, value, or condition.
예문:
"The sudden deterioration of the patient's health concerned the doctors."
"Economic analysts noted a significant deterioration in consumer confidence this quarter."
시간이 지남에 따라 재료나 구조물이 물리적으로 부식되거나 붕괴되는 과정.
The process of physical decay or breakdown of a material or structure over time.
예문:
"Exposure to saltwater accelerated the deterioration of the ship's hull."
"The structural deterioration of the old bridge made it unsafe for heavy vehicles."