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DEGENERATING

(noun, adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Degenerating.

Degenerating - as a noun

A person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deviantdeviatepervert
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
miscreantreprobate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Degenerating - as an adjective satellite

Unrestrained by convention or morality

Example: "Congreve draws a debauched aristocratic society"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
debaucheddegradeddissipateddissolutefastlibertineprofligateriotous

Degenerating - as a verb

Grow progressively worse

Example: "Her condition deteriorated"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deterioratedevolvedrop
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
declineworsen
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"His degenerating health required constant supervision."
"The degenerating building was beyond repair."
"The degenerating relationship between them was becoming toxic."
"Her degenerating eyesight made it difficult for her to read."
"The degenerating neighborhood had high crime rates."
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Word Game Points

Is DEGENERATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, degenerating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEGENERATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is DEGENERATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, degenerating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEGENERATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is DEGENERATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, degenerating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEGENERATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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