Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
moribund
Adjective
/ˈmɒr.ɪ.bʌnd/
Definition
In a state of decline or near death; lacking vitality or force.
Examples
- The moribund economy struggled to recover after the recession.
- Many species are moribund due to habitat loss and climate change.
- His moribund enthusiasm for the project was evident to everyone involved.
Meaning
Moribund describes something that is on the verge of dying or becoming obsolete. It refers to a situation or person that is stagnant or failing to thrive.
Synonyms
- dying
- declining
- faltering
- stagnant
- dormant
