downfall

noun
UK: /ˈdaʊnfɔːl/
US: /ˈdaʊnfɔːl/

  1. A loss of power, status, or success.

    1. His downfall was quick because he made a mistake.
    2. The scandal led to the downfall of the entire corrupt government.

  2. Something that causes someone to fail or lose power.

    1. Pride was his downfall; he didn't listen to advice.
    2. Laziness can be the downfall of even the most talented students.

Synonyms

fall collapse ruin demise decline

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "downfall" in English means: A loss of power, status, or success., Something that causes someone to fail or lose power..

The phonetic transcription of "downfall" is /ˈdaʊnfɔːl/ in British English and /ˈdaʊnfɔːl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "downfall": fall, collapse, ruin, demise, decline.

Example usage of "downfall": "His downfall was quick because he made a mistake.". More examples on the page.