Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

colapso

noun
ko-lap-so
Definition
A sudden failure or breakdown of a structure, system, or organization.
Examples
  • The colapso of the bridge caused significant traffic delays.
  • After the colapso of the company, many employees were left jobless.
  • Experts warned of the potential colapso of the financial market.
Meaning
The term refers to the state of collapsing, where something falls down or fails to function as intended.
Synonyms
  • collapse
  • breakdown
  • failure