1. having become worse in quality, condition, or value

1. past tense of deteriorate; became worse in quality, condition, or value

Examples

• The deteriorated building was unsafe for occupancy.
• His health deteriorated rapidly after the accident.
• The deteriorated roads made driving difficult.
• The patient’s condition deteriorated overnight.
• Years of neglect left the house in a deteriorated state.
• The relationship deteriorated due to lack of communication.
• The deteriorated fabric fell apart when touched.