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worsen
verb
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How to pronounce worsen:

Definition of worsen:

worsen (verb):
grow worse.
to make worse

Synonyms for worsen:

atrophy
change state
come down
crumble
decay
decline
degenerate
deprive
descend
deteriorate
devolve
diminish
drop
drop away
drop off
ebb
fail
fall away
get worse
go downhill
go from bad to worse
impoverish
inflame
lose
regress
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Antonyms for worsen:

add to
advance
aid
ameliorate
amend
appreciate
approve
ascend
assist
augment
be on the mend
be restored
better
buff
build
clean
cleanse
clear
combine
comfort
commend
compliment
construct
correct
cure
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