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单词 disrepair
释义

disrepair

noun

dis·​re·​pair ˌdis-ri-ˈper How to pronounce disrepair (audio)
: the state of being in need of repair
a building fallen into disrepair

Synonyms

  • desolation
  • dilapidation
  • neglect
  • seediness
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Example Sentences

The lighthouse was in disrepair until the volunteers cleaned it up. After years of neglect, the house fell into disrepair.
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Word History

First Known Use

1798, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

disrepair

noun

dis·​re·​pair ˌdis-ri-ˈper How to pronounce disrepair (audio)
: the condition of needing to be fixed
The house was in disrepair.

disrepair

noun

as in dilapidation
the state of being unattended to or not cared for the old house was in such disrepair that the roof had caved in

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • dilapidation
  • neglect
  • deterioration
  • abandonment
  • decay
  • seediness
  • negligence
  • inattention
  • ruin
  • desolation
  • decrepitude
  • disintegration
  • desertion
  • ruination
  • dereliction
  • dumpiness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • repair
  • conservation
  • preservation
  • upkeep
  • keeping
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