DOWNFALL
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Downfall.
Downfall - as a noun
Failure that results in a loss of position or reputation
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ruin4ruination9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
failure10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The falling to earth of any form of water (rain or snow or hail or sleet or mist)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
precipitation19Hypernyms (Closely Related)
atmospheric conditionconditions13weather13weather conditionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A sudden decline in strength or number or importance
Example: "The fall of the house of hapsburg"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fall7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
weakening17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Downfall - as a verb
To fall down; deteriorate; decline.
Example Sentences
"Corruption was the downfall of the company."
"His lack of preparation led to his downfall in the competition."
"Overconfidence can be the downfall of even the most talented individuals."
"The downfall of the empire was due to its internal conflicts."
"Alcoholism was his family's downfall."
Word Game Points
Is DOWNFALL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, downfall is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DOWNFALL has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is DOWNFALL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, downfall is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDOWNFALL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is DOWNFALL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, downfall is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDOWNFALL has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
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