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entity go
that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)

physical entity go
an entity that has physical existence

process, physical process go
a sustained phenomenon or one marked by gradual changes through a series of states

decrease, decrement go
a process of becoming smaller or shorter

diminution, decline
change toward something smaller or lower

noun.process

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worsening, declension, deterioration, decline in quality go
process of changing to an inferior state
detumescence go
diminution of swelling
ebb, ebbing, wane go
a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number)
erosion go
a gradual decline of something
loss go
gradual decline in amount or activity
nosedive go
a sudden sharp drop or rapid decline
sinking spell go
a temporary decline in health or value
slippage go
decline from a standard level of performance or achievement