decline
Definition
- n. change toward something smaller or lower
- n. a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state
- v. grow smaller
- v. go down
Word forms
- Past participle
- declined
- Past tense
- declined
- Present participle
- declining
- Third person singular
- declines
Example sentences
n.
The decline in sales last quarter worried the company.
vt.
She had to decline the invitation to the party due to a prior commitment.
vi.
The temperature will decline as the sun sets.