Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
downfall
noun
/ˈdaʊnˌfɔːl/
Definition
A sudden loss in power or reputation; a ruin or collapse.
Examples
- The politician’s downfall came after the scandal was exposed.
- Her extravagant lifestyle led to her financial downfall.
- The company’s downfall was attributed to poor management decisions.
Meaning
Downfall refers to the event or process wherein someone or something experiences a significant decline or failure, often resulting in a loss of status or authority.
Synonyms
- collapse
- ruin
- decline
- failure
- destruction
