the society has gone downhill

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
1

Hi teachers,

The society has degenerated/deterioated/gone downhil. Correct and no change in meaning?

Many thanks in advance.

2

Unless you are speaking about a particular society other than your own, the article should not be used.
Spelling: deteriorated, downhill

3

Thank you very much, BN.

If you are not speaking about a particular society other than your own, the article should not be used.

Society has gone downhill. “My society”
The society has gone downhill. “Some particular society”
Did I understand your statement correctly?

4

I think so.

5

Thank you, BN.