Synonyms for

Downfall

Verb / ˈdaʊˌnfɔ:l / Another word for downfall — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a sudden or complete failure or loss of a person, organization or system

Synonyms & similar words

fall ruination ruin rise precipitation collapse defeat ruin failure decline disaster ruination destruction overthrow demise ruinousness undoing catastrophe crash blow misfortune fiasco downslide disintegration bankruptcy

Synonyms by register

Formal

collapse ruin demise subjugation

Informal

bust crash going under wipeout

Literary

perdition nadir abyss

Antonyms

success triumph victory rise ascension prosperity achievement

Common collocations

  • sudden downfall
  • economic downfall
  • political downfall
  • personal downfall
  • cause of downfall
  • lead to downfall
  • witnessed the downfall

Word family

noun downfall
verb downfall

Usage note

Downfall typically refers to a sudden and dramatic loss of power, status, or fortune. It often carries a sense of tragedy or inevitability.

Example sentences

  1. The downfall of the evil queen was celebrated by the people.
  2. The downfall of the bridge was caused by the heavy rain.
  3. The downfall of the football team was due to the injured players.
  4. The downfall of the economy was caused by the pandemic.
  5. The downfall of the politician was due to the corruption scandal.

Quotes

  • The only real downfall of travel is the feeling of being homesick.
  • The downfall of the tyrant is the triumph of the people.
  • The downfall of a man is not the end of his life.

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