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worse
[wurs]
adjective
bad or ill in a greater or higher degree; inferior in excellence, quality, or character.
more unfavorable or injurious.
in less good condition; in poorer health.
noun
that which is worse.
adverb
in a more evil, wicked, severe, or disadvantageous manner.
with more severity, intensity, etc.; in a greater degree.
worse
/ ɜː /
adjective
noun
something that is worse
into a less desirable or inferior state or condition
a change for the worse
to deteriorate even more
adverb
in a more severe or unpleasant manner
in a less effective or successful manner
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of worse1
Idioms and Phrases
Example Sentences
She believes people haven't noticed what she says is a situation that is gradually getting worse.
Today, realism tells us that the future will get worse before it might get better – and it can only get better if we reject fatalism and get on with organizing.
Criticisms about immigrants, worry about her parents’ status — “that’s always been part of our experience, but now it’s much worse,” she said quietly.
"It's not going to be delivered. And, actually, by continuing we are making it worse."
She added: "Most of us are scared and worried about what's coming next. We've packed bags with first aid supplies, food, and water, just in case things get worse."
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