Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
blight
noun
blaɪt
Definition
A condition that causes harm to plants or structures, leading to decay or destruction.
Examples
- The blight on the crops made the harvest nearly impossible.
- The old building fell into blight, becoming a danger to the community.
- Pests caused a blight that spread through the garden quickly.
Meaning
Blight usually refers to a disease that negatively affects growth, particularly in plants, but it can also signify the deterioration of urban areas or the negative impact on something’s vitality.
Synonyms
- decay
- disease
- blight
- ruin
- waste
