Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fall-apart
phrasal verb
/fɔːl əˈpɑːrt/
Definition
To break into pieces or to fail completely, often used in a figurative sense to describe a situation that is disintegrating or falling into chaos.
Examples
- After years of trying to make the project work, it finally began to fall apart.
- When she left the team, everything started to fall apart.
- He felt his resolve start to fall apart under pressure.
Meaning
When something falls apart, it means it is no longer holding together or functioning as it should. This can refer to objects or situations, like relationships or plans.
Synonyms
- disintegrate
- collapse
- break down
- fail
- come undone
