1. A sudden and steep decrease in value, quality, health, or performance
The company experienced a sharp decline in sales after the scandal.
A empresa sofreu um declínio abrupto nas vendas após o escândalo.
2. A rapid and marked deterioration in a specific metric or condition
There was a sharp decline in patient health following the procedure.
Houve um declínio abrupto na saúde do paciente após o procedimento.