noun as in strong fondness

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decline, deterioration, regression

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Example Sentences

Example:The business suffered a decline in profits due to increasing competition and poor market conditions.

Definition:a change for the worse; a worsening or decrease in size, quantity, or degree.

From decline

Example:The patient's condition showed signs of deterioration after the initial positive influxion of treatment.

Definition:a bad or poor state of physical or mental health, often through an illness or old age.

From deterioration

Example:The company's efforts to innovate suffered a regression due to a lack of funding and support.

Definition:a return to a less developed or less advanced state, especially psychologically.

From regression