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Synonyms for Degenerative & Similar Words

Definition of degenerative

adjective
  1. (of illness) marked by gradual deterioration of organs and cells along with loss of function; "degenerative diseases of old age"

2 synonyms found

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What are synonyms for degenerative?
Synonyms for degenerative include: chronic, progressive.
How many synonyms does degenerative have?
Degenerative has 2 synonyms.

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