degenerative
adjectiveHow many syllables in degenerative?
There are 5 syllables in the word degenerative.How to pronounce degenerative:
Definition of degenerative:
- degenerative (adjective):
- (esp. of order) reverse or inverse
- of, relating to, involving, or causing degeneration
- (of illness) marked by gradual deterioration of organs and cells along with loss of function.
Synonyms for degenerative:
backward
deteriorating
downward
for the worse
negative
regressive
retrograde
Antonyms for degenerative:
ameliorating
bettering
convalescent
correcting
cultivating
developing
educating
expanding
forward-looking
forwards
growing
improving
progressive
refining
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