kötüleebilmektedir

kötüleebilmektedir is a Turkish verb that translates to "can be worsened" or "is able to be worsened." It is a compound word formed by the verb kötelemek, meaning "to worsen" or "to make worse," and the passive suffix -ilmek, indicating that the action is done to the subject, and the potential mood suffix -ebilmek, expressing ability. Therefore, the entire word conveys the idea that a situation, condition, or state has the capacity to deteriorate further.

The usage of kötüleebilmektedir often appears in contexts describing negative trends or potential negative outcomes. For instance, it might be used in discussions about economic conditions, health issues, environmental problems, or social situations where there is a risk of things becoming more severe. The suffix -mektedir adds a present continuous aspect, suggesting that the worsening is ongoing or is a present capability.

Understanding this verb requires breaking down its constituent parts. Kötelemek itself is derived from the adjective kötü, meaning "bad" or "evil." The addition of the verb-forming suffix -le transforms the adjective into a verb. The subsequent passive and potential suffixes, -ilmek and -ebilmek respectively, then modify the verb's meaning to "can be worsened." The final -mektedir suffix grounds the statement in the present, indicating that this potential for worsening exists now.