Meaning of the word degeneration in English

What does degeneration mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

degeneration

US /dɪˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
UK /dɪˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Noun

the process by which something gets worse:

Example:
There has been a gradual degeneration of the judicial system in the last few years.