Decline Definition
decline
noun
- change toward something smaller or lower
- a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state
- a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current
- a downward slope or bend
verb
- grow worse; "Conditions in the slum worsened"
- refuse to accept; "He refused my offer of hospitality"
- show unwillingness towards; "he declined to join the group on a hike"
- grow smaller; "Interest in the project waned"
- go down; "The roof declines here"
- go down in value; "the stock market corrected"; "prices slumped"
- inflect for number, gender, case, etc., "in many languages, speakers decline nouns, pronouns, and adjectives"
"Decline" in song lyrics
See how decline is used in real songs:
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"Boom! It's been four years of decline"
AMB f/ Insane Clown Posse — Calm Down -
"And I'll be standin right behind when your credit card decline"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — These Clowns -
"The lifestyle I lead got my health on decline"
Classified — Intro! Ups and Downs
Words that rhyme with decline
Usage tips for "decline"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "decline" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for decline to find words that pair well.