Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dilapidated
Adjective
/dɪˈlæpɪˌdeɪtɪd/
Definition
In a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect.
Examples
- The dilapidated house stood abandoned at the end of the street.
- After years of neglect, the once-vibrant theater became dilapidated and unsafe.
- They decided to renovate the dilapidated barn to restore its former glory.
Meaning
The term describes something, often a building or structure, that has fallen into a poor condition due to lack of maintenance and care.
Synonyms
- ruined
- derelict
- decrepit
- run-down
- worn-out
