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RELAPSE

Definition:

[noun] a failure to maintain a higher state
Synonyms: backsliding, lapse, lapsing, relapsing, reversion, reverting
[verb] deteriorate in health; "he relapsed"
Synonyms: get worse
[verb] go back to bad behavior; "Those who recidivate are often minor criminals"
Synonyms: lapse, recidivate, regress, retrogress, fall back