downturn (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈdaʊntɜːrn/

Definition

A decline in economic or business activity; a period when a situation is getting worse.

Examples

• The global financial crisis led to a severe economic downturn.

• Many small businesses struggled to survive during the recent market downturn.

• Analysts predict a slight downturn in consumer spending in the coming quarter.

Synonyms of downturn

Words with a similar meaning to downturn:

• slump
• recession
• decline
• contraction

Antonyms of downturn

Words with the opposite meaning to downturn:

• upturn
• boom

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