Opposite of plural for the action or fact of raising or being raised to a higher or more important level, state, or position
“The Sergeant's fraudulent activities would result in his demotion in rank.”
Opposite of plural for an improvement to the quality or state of something
“We flew economy for the first time and experienced a significant downgrade in comfort.”
Opposite of plural for an upward slope or hill
“We proceeded with caution as we navigated the steep decline down the side of the hill.”
Opposite of to raise to a higher or more important position or rank
“The crew would overthrow their Captain, demote his status, and relegate him to the prison deck.”
Opposite of to improve with modifications
“The performance of his computer would gradually worsen following the installation of questionable software.”
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