🏚️dilapidate

verb
/dɪˈlæpɪdeɪt/

Meaning

To cause something, especially a building, to fall into ruin or disrepair.

Example Sentences

The abandoned house began to dilapidate over the years.

Synonyms

decay, deteriorate, crumble, ruin, collapse

Antonyms

restore, renovate, repair

Collocations

dilapidate quickly, dilapidated house, dilapidating structure

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