Synonyms for

Crumbles

Verb / ˈkrʌmbʌlz / Another word for crumbles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Crumbles (noun): Small broken or crushed pieces of something.

Synonyms & similar words

collapse dilapidate tumble fallapart breakdown crumble crumple decay fragments debris bits particles shreds pieces chunks grains granules powder dust scraps morsels crumbs splinters breaks ruins ruinages deteriorates

Example sentences

  1. I dropped the glass and it crumbled into small pieces.
  2. The old cookie crumbled in my hand.
  3. The cake crumbled as I cut into it.
  4. The sandcastle crumbled when the wave hit it.
  5. The ancient ruins crumbled over time.

Quotes

  • Life is like a cookie, it crumbles when you least expect it.
  • Don't let failures crumble your dreams, use them as stepping stones.
  • Love is the glue that holds our hearts together when everything else crumbles.

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words