worsen
verb (used with or without object)
to make or become worse.
has worsened
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present perfectof worsen (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Claire Allen, 40, who was born in the village, said the vibrations and dust from the blasting has worsened in recent years.
From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026
AI’s swift rise has worsened a problem where many students are not graduating ready for the workforce, he said.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 22, 2026
An annual survey found 80% of U.S. companies in China believe the business climate has not improved or has worsened, with U.S.-China relations topping concerns.
From Barron's ● Jun. 10, 2026
Some research suggests career mobility has worsened in recent decades.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 1, 2026
I think Caitlin might have told you that I come from a poor family and this has worsened because my dad, who used to support the family, is no longer working.
From "I Will Always Write Back" by Caitlin Alifirenka and Martin Ganda
