worsen

How many syllables in worsen?

  2 syllables

Divide worsen into syllables:   wors-en
Stressed syllable in worsen:   wors-en
How to pronounce worsen:   wur-sun
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Synonyms for worsen


2 syllables
  • fester
  • heighten
  • inflame
  • get worse
  • impair
  • relapse
3 syllables
  • aggravate
  • go downhill
4 syllables
  • degenerate
  • make something worse
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