Decline

Pronunciation: /dɪˈklaɪn/

Decline (verb)

  1. to politely refuse an offer or invitation.
  2. to become worse or less in quality, strength, or number.

Examples

  • She declined the invitation to the party.
  • He declined the offer politely.

Common collocations: decline an invitation, decline an offer, decline rapidly, decline steadily, sharp decline

Decline (noun)

  1. a decrease in quality, amount, or importance.
  2. the period when something is nearing its end or death.

Examples

  • There is a decline in sales this quarter.
  • The decline in population is concerning.

Synonyms of Decline

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Decline

  • — when discussing growth or rise
  • — when discussing agreement or approval