Definition of Degenerative

1. Adjective. (of illness) marked by gradual deterioration of organs and cells along with loss of function. "Degenerative diseases of old age"

Similar to: Chronic
Derivative terms: Degenerate

Definition of Degenerative

1. a. Undergoing or producing degeneration; tending to degenerate.

Definition of Degenerative

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Degenerative

1. Undergoing degeneration: tending to degenerate, having the character of or involving degeneration, causing or tending to cause degeneration. This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Degenerative

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degenerateness
degenerates
degenerate code
degenerate configuration
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degenerations
degenerative (current term)
degenerative (current term)
degenerative arthritis
degenerative arthritis
degenerative chorea
degenerative disc disease
degenerative disorder
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degenerative inflammation
degenerative joint disease
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degenerative myopia
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degermed
degerming
degerms

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