downfallen

down·fall

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Definitions of downfallen word

noun downfallen descent to a lower position or standing; overthrow; ruin. 1
noun downfallen something causing ruin, failure, etc.: Liquor was his downfall. 1
noun downfallen a fall, as of rain, snow, or the like, often sudden or heavy. 1
noun downfallen a trap using a falling weight for killing, injuring, or imprisoning the prey. 1
noun downfallen Fallen down. 1
adjective downfallen (of a building, etc) decrepit 0

before 1250

One of the 11% oldest English words

Middle English word dating back to 1250-1300; See origin at down1, fall

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 93% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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