get worse

• Schlechter, ernster, unangenehmer oder von geringerer Qualität werden als zuvor; sich im Zustand oder in der Lage verschlechtern.

To become more severe, unpleasant, or of lower quality than before; to deteriorate in condition or state.

1. Deteriorate in quality or conditionA2formal

   To become less good, less healthy, or less satisfactory over time.

   Schlechter werden

   • The weather is expected to get worse later this week.
   • His health began to get worse after the surgery.
   • The economic situation continues to get worse.

2. Intensify negativelyB1informal

   To become more severe, serious, or unpleasant.

   Sich verschlechtern

   • The noise from the construction site got worse as the day went on.
   • Her mood got worse after she heard the bad news.
   • The traffic jam got worse during rush hour.