No. 12,308 in German
verschlechterung
Deterioration or worsening.
In a sentence
Die Verschlechterung der Luftqualität beunruhigt viele Menschen.
The deterioration of air quality worries many people.
The word 'Verschlechterung' is used here as a noun that refers to the worsening condition or decline in quality, specifically relating to air quality.
Eine Verschlechterung der Situation könnte schwere Konsequenzen haben.
A worsening of the situation could have severe consequences.
Here, 'Verschlechterung' is used in a general context to describe a decline or negative turn in the situation.
Die Wirtschaft erlebte eine deutliche Verschlechterung während der Krise.
The economy experienced a significant deterioration during the crisis.
In this sentence, 'Verschlechterung' is employed to convey a considerable decline, particularly in an economic context.
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