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Dilapidated: meaning, definitions and examples

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dilapidated

 

[ dɪˈlæpɪˌdeɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

building condition

In a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect.

Synonyms

decrepit, derelict, run-down

Examples of usage

  • The dilapidated house had holes in the roof and crumbling walls.
  • The once beautiful mansion now stood dilapidated and abandoned.
  • The dilapidated bridge was no longer safe to cross.
Context #2 | Adjective

general condition

Falling into ruin or decay.

Synonyms

deteriorated, shabby, worn out

Examples of usage

  • The dilapidated car barely made it to the mechanic.
  • The dilapidated furniture needed to be replaced.
  • The road was full of potholes and dilapidated sections.

Translations

Translations of the word "dilapidated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dilapidado

🇮🇳 जीर्ण-शीर्ण

🇩🇪 baufällig

🇮🇩 bobrok

🇺🇦 зруйнований

🇵🇱 zniszczony

🇯🇵 老朽化した

🇫🇷 délabré

🇪🇸 deteriorado

🇹🇷 harap

🇰🇷 황폐한

🇸🇦 متداعي للسقوط

🇨🇿 zchátralý

🇸🇰 schátraný

🇨🇳 破旧的

🇸🇮 razpadajoč

🇮🇸 niðurfallinn

🇰🇿 қираған

🇬🇪 დანგრეული

🇦🇿 dağılmış

🇲🇽 deteriorado

Etymology

The word 'dilapidated' originated from the Latin word 'dilapidatus', which means 'destroyed'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 16th century. The term has been used to describe things that are in a state of disrepair or decay due to neglect or age. Over time, 'dilapidated' has become a common adjective to depict worn-out or rundown structures, vehicles, or objects.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,349, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.