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DOWNFALL

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Downfall.

Downfall - as a noun

Failure that results in a loss of position or reputation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ruinruination
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
failure
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The falling to earth of any form of water (rain or snow or hail or sleet or mist)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
precipitation
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
atmospheric conditionconditionsweatherweather condition
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A sudden decline in strength or number or importance

Example: "The fall of the house of hapsburg"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fall
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
weakening
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Downfall - as a verb

To fall down; deteriorate; decline.

Example Sentences

"Corruption was the downfall of the company."
"His lack of preparation led to his downfall in the competition."
"Overconfidence can be the downfall of even the most talented individuals."
"The downfall of the empire was due to its internal conflicts."
"Alcoholism was his family's downfall."
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Word Game Points

Is DOWNFALL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, downfall is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DOWNFALL has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is DOWNFALL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, downfall is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DOWNFALL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is DOWNFALL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, downfall is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DOWNFALL has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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