Here's a breakdown of the meaning:
* Degrade: To deteriorate or decline in quality, value, or condition.
* Degradation: The process of becoming worse or declining in quality.
Examples:
* Degradatory environmental conditions: Conditions that harm the environment and cause it to become polluted or damaged.
* Degradatory behavior: Behavior that is disrespectful, hurtful, or demeaning towards others.
* Degradatory effects of stress: Stress can have a negative impact on mental and physical health, leading to a decline in overall well-being.
Synonyms:
* Deteriorating
* Degenerating
* Destructive
* Corrosive
* Erosive
Antonyms:
* Improving
* Enhancing
* Uplifting
* Constructive
Remember: "Degradatory" is a negative term that suggests a process of decline.