How to Pronounce Worsening

To pronounce "worsening", say WORS-en-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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9

Letters

WORS-en-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “worsening”

"worsening" has 3 syllables: wors-en-ing.

What does worsening mean?

verb

  1. To make worse; to impair.

    “The global warming has worsened the weather.”

  2. To become worse; to get worse.

    “The weather has worsened.”

noun

  1. A worse situation; an aggravation

Synonyms

declinedeterioratebetterdefeatoverpoweraggravateexacerbate

Antonyms

ameliorateimprove

Related words

deteriorationdegradingdegenerationdegradeddegradationimpairmentdamagedisrepair

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "worsening"?▾

"Worsening" has 3 syllables: wors · en · ing.

What does "worsening" mean?▾

Worsening: To make worse; to impair.

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