Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fallen
adjective
/ˈfɔːlən/
Definition
Having dropped down from a higher position or level, often referring to something that is no longer in its original state or condition.
Examples
- The fallen leaves covered the ground in beautiful colors.
- He felt like a fallen hero after the scandal.
- The statue of the fallen soldier commemorates those who sacrificed their lives.
Meaning
The term ‘fallen’ can refer to something that has declined or deteriorated, or it can indicate the act of coming down from a lofty or elevated position.
Synonyms
- deposed
- declined
- lost
- dropped
- collapsed
