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slumped

 

[ slʌmpt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical posture

To slump means to fall or lean heavily and awkwardly. It often describes a position of rest where the body is bent over or drooping, indicative of fatigue or lack of energy. People may slump in their chairs while sitting or stand in a sagging manner due to exhaustion or defeat. The term can also imply a decrease in intensity or effectiveness, particularly in contexts like business or economy.

Synonyms

decline, droop, sag, sink, stoop

Examples of usage

  • He slumped in his chair after a long day.
  • The economy has slumped in the past few months.
  • She slumped over the desk, feeling overwhelmed.
  • After the defeat, the team members slumped their shoulders.

Translations

Translations of the word "slumped" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desmoronou

🇮🇳 गिर गया

🇩🇪 eingesackt

🇮🇩 terpuruk

🇺🇦 звалився

🇵🇱 zapadł

🇯🇵 崩れた

🇫🇷 s'effondre

🇪🇸 se desplomó

🇹🇷 çöktü

🇰🇷 무너지다

🇸🇦 انهار

🇨🇿 zhroucený

🇸🇰 zrútil sa

🇨🇳 崩溃了

🇸🇮 zrušen

🇮🇸 hrundi

🇰🇿 құлап түсті

🇬🇪 ჩამოიშალა

🇦🇿 dağıldı

🇲🇽 se desplomó

Etymology

The word 'slump' originated in the early 19th century, first appearing in American English. It is believed to be derived from the dialectal word 'slump,' which means to fall or to plummet. Initially, it described a heavy fall or drop, and by the late 19th century, it began to also imply a decline in quality or performance, such as in economic contexts. The term gained more widespread usage through the 20th century, particularly in relation to economic downturns and sports performance, symbolizing a sense of defeat or loss of energy. Over time, 'slump' has evolved to encompass both physical and metaphorical meanings, maintaining its connection to the idea of drooping or declining.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,328, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.