This is the 19169th most frequent Korean word.
악화되면
"Worsens" or "deteriorates."
In this sentence, '악화되면' refers to the condition of the environment worsening due to climate change.
기후 변화가 지속되면 환경이 악화될 것입니다.
If climate change continues, the environment will deteriorate.
In this instance, '악화되면' applies to an abstract situation becoming more unfavorable, requiring further discussion.
상황이 악화되면 회의를 다시 열어야 할 것입니다.
If the situation worsens, we will need to reconvene the meeting.
Here, '악화되면' is used to discuss the worsening of personal health conditions.