downfall

Word parts

down- + fall

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈdaʊnfɔːl/

• Audio (UK)

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Noun

Singular downfall

Plural downfalls

1. (countable) A downfall is a quick fall from power or riches.

   The empire's downfall happened when the emperor was killed with out a prince.