How many syllables in degenerative?

There are 5 syllables in the word degenerative.

Divide degenerative into syllables:

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.

backward

deteriorating

downward

for the worse

negative

regressive

retrograde

ameliorating

bettering

convalescent

correcting

cultivating

developing

educating

expanding

forward-looking

forwards

growing

improving

progressive

refining

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