Dilapidated

Pronunciation: /dɪˈlæpɪˌdeɪtɪd/

Definitions of dilapidated

adjective in a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect

Example Sentences

A1 The old house was dilapidated and in need of repair.

A2 The dilapidated barn had holes in the roof and walls.

B1 The dilapidated building was deemed unsafe and condemned by the city.

B2 The dilapidated bridge was closed to traffic due to its deteriorating condition.

C1 The dilapidated mansion was once grand but now lay in ruins.

C2 Despite its dilapidated appearance, the old church held historical significance.

Examples of dilapidated in a Sentence

formal The dilapidated building was deemed unsafe for occupancy.

informal That old house is so dilapidated, it's practically falling apart.

slang The abandoned warehouse is completely dilapidated, dude.

figurative Her mental health was in a dilapidated state after the traumatic event.

Grammatical Forms of dilapidated

• past tense: dilapidated
• plural: dilapidated
• comparative: more dilapidated
• superlative: most dilapidated
• present tense: dilapidates
• future tense: will dilapidate
• perfect tense: has dilapidated
• continuous tense: is dilapidating
• singular: dilapidated
• positive degree: dilapidated
• infinitive: to dilapidate
• gerund: dilapidating
• participle: dilapidating

Origin and Evolution of dilapidated

First Known Use: 1565 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'dilapidated' originated from the Latin word 'dilapidare' which means 'to squander or destroy'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'dilapidated' evolved to specifically refer to buildings or structures that are in a state of disrepair or ruin.