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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

degrades

/dɪˈɡreɪdz/ verb · British & US
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What does degrades mean?

verb

To become or make something worse or less good over time. To deteriorate or decline in quality or condition.

Example

"The quality of the paint degrades over time when exposed to sunlight."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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