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单词 devolutions
释义

devolution

noun

de·​vo·​lu·​tion ˌde-və-ˈlü-shən How to pronounce devolution (audio)
 also  ˌdē-və-
1
: transference (as of rights, powers, property, or responsibility) to another
especially : the surrender of powers to local authorities by a central government
2
: retrograde (see retrograde entry 1 sense 2) evolution : degeneration
devolutionary
ˌde-və-ˈlü-shə-ˌner-ē How to pronounce devolution (audio)
 also  ˌdē-və-
adjective
devolutionist
ˌde-və-ˈlü-sh(ə-)nist How to pronounce devolution (audio)
 also  ˌdē-və-
noun

Synonyms

  • decadence
  • declension
  • declination
  • decline
  • degeneracy
  • degeneration
  • degradation
  • dégringolade
  • descent
  • deterioration
  • downfall
  • downgrade
  • ebb
  • eclipse
  • fall
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Example Sentences

the gradual devolution of the neighborhood from a thriving community of close-knit families to a drug-ridden slum
Recent Examples on the Web This devolution of our attempt to be the Greatest Country in the World has been weighty on my usually buoyant hope. Marina Gomberg, The Salt Lake Tribune, 30 May 2022 The Afro-American Big Grrrls phenotypes are derived from the white radical feminist concept Riot Grrrls, perfectly linked to the dubious approval of Biden liberals, thus a cultural devolution. Armond White, National Review, 29 June 2022 Still, Cronenberg isn’t too worried about making definitive statements on mankind’s devolution. David Sims, The Atlantic, 2 June 2022 No story is imposed on this gradual evolution (or devolution, perhaps). Sam Sacks, WSJ, 29 Apr. 2022 Entering its final season, Better Call Saul had much to unpack about Jimmy's concerning devolution, Kim's alarming new scheme, and Lalo's frightening revenge mission. Dan Snierson, EW.com, 19 Apr. 2022 Much of Season 4, the strongest in the series, quietly traced the painful devolution of their trust. The New Yorker, 22 Nov. 2021 But questioning a person’s religious claims will rarely come across as respectful, and the devolution of religion in America has turned everyone into their own religious authority. Ira Bedzow, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2021 The podcast — part true crime, part historical fiction — covers Lennon’s ties with political revolutionaries, the devolution of his relationship with Paul McCartney and his assassination at the age of 40. Todd Spangler, Variety, 16 Aug. 2021 See More

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from Medieval Latin dēvolūtiōn-, dēvolūtiō "passage of time, passing down of a task, transference of legal proceedings," from Latin dēvolū-, variant stem of dēvolvere "to roll (something) down, (in passive voice) sink or fall back, become subject to, be passed down to (an heir)" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action — more at devolve

First Known Use

1545, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Legal Definition

devolution

noun

de·​vo·​lu·​tion ˌde-və-ˈlü-shən, ˌdē- How to pronounce devolution (audio)
: the transfer (as of rights, powers, property, or responsibility) to another

devolutions

noun

plural of devolution
as in deteriorations
a change to a lower state or level the gradual devolution of the neighborhood from a thriving community of close-knit families to a drug-ridden slum

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • deteriorations
  • degradations
  • declinations
  • declines
  • degenerations
  • descents
  • decadences
  • degeneracies
  • falls
  • eclipses
  • downfalls
  • destructions
  • decreases
  • downgrades
  • declensions
  • dissolutions
  • reductions
  • disintegrations
  • decompositions
  • dark ages
  • ebbs
  • dégringolades
  • decays
  • debasements
  • depreciations
  • shrinkages
  • diminutions
  • losses
  • breakups
  • decimations
  • diminishments
  • deflations
  • ruinations
  • nadirs
  • sunsets
  • ruins
  • demolishments
  • abasements
  • dips
  • drops
  • demolitions
  • falloffs
  • slumps
  • downtrends
  • downturns
  • downslides
  • havoc
  • abatements
  • de-escalations
  • sags
  • slips
  • decrements
  • desolations
  • drop-offs

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • developments
  • evolutions
  • growths
  • advancements
  • rises
  • ascents
  • upswings
  • renewals
  • increases
  • restorations
  • gains
  • enhancements
  • additions
  • flowerings
  • increments
  • accretions
  • supplements
  • augmentations
  • accruals
  • revitalizations
  • raises
  • addenda
  • boosts
  • addendums
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