decline

US /dɪˈklaɪn/

UK /dɪ'klaɪn/

A2

verb

  • To bend towards the ground
  • To lessen in quality or value
  • To not accept an invitation or offer; refuse

other

  • To decrease in quantity or importance.
  • To slope downward.
  • To become smaller, fewer, or less; decrease.

noun

  • (In grammar) the variation in the form of a noun, pronoun, or adjective, by which its case, number, and gender are identified.
  • A gradual and continuous loss of strength, numbers, quality, or value.
  • A lowering in quality or value
  • A downward slope.

other

  • (In grammar) to state all the forms of (a noun, pronoun, or adjective) showing its different cases, numbers, and genders.
  • To politely refuse (an invitation or offer).