Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
demise
noun
/dɪˈmaɪz/
Definition
The end or failure of something, often referring to death.
Examples
- His sudden demise shocked everyone in the community.
- The company struggled after the demise of its founder.
- Many believe that the demise of traditional media is inevitable in the digital age.
Meaning
Demise can refer to the loss of life or the termination of an institution, idea, or entity.
Synonyms
- death
- passing
- termination
- collapse
- downfall