declination

Meaning

noun

1. a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state
2. a downward slope or bend
3. (astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial body north or to the south of the celestial equator; expressed in degrees; used with right ascension to specify positions on the celestial sphere
4. a polite refusal of an invitation

Synonyms for declination

• decline
• descent
• declivity
• fall
• declension
• downslope
• celestial latitude
• dec
• regrets