decline

Meaning of decline in English

Noun

US /dɪˈklaɪn/ UK /dɪˈklaɪn/

1. a gradual and continuous loss of amount, numbers, quality etc.

The population decline will not stop.

Verb

US /dɪˈklaɪn/ UK /dɪˈklaɪn/

1. become less in amount, numbers, quality etc.

decline in popularity

2. politely refuse to accept an invitation, offer, etc.

I'm very sorry to have to declined your invitation.