degenerative

di'dʒenәrәtiv

s. (of illness) marked by gradual deterioration of organs and cells along with loss of function

a. 退步的, 退化的, 变质的
[医] 变性的, 退化的, 变质的

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使用频率

degenerative 可拆分为 de-（表示“下、去”）和 generative（表示“生成的”）。整体意思是“逐渐失去生成能力”，指的是一种逐步恶化的状态。

例句

1. The doctor explained that her condition was degenerative and would worsen over time.

医生解释说，她的病情是退行性的，会随着时间恶化。

2. Many degenerative diseases affect the nervous system and can lead to serious health issues.

许多退行性疾病影响神经系统，可能导致严重的健康问题。

3. Exercise and a healthy diet can help slow the progression of degenerative conditions.

锻炼和健康饮食可以帮助减缓退行性疾病的进展。