derelict

[ˈderəlɪkt]

derelict Definition

• 1. in a very poor condition as a result of disuse and neglect
• 2. a person without a home, job, or property

Using derelict: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "derelict" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The derelict building was an eyesore in the neighborhood.

• Example

  He was found sleeping in a derelict car park.

• Example

  The government has been criticized for leaving the derelicts to fend for themselves.

• Example

  The city council plans to renovate the derelict properties.

derelict Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for derelict

• abandoned
• deserted
• homeless
• vagrant
• run-down

Antonyms for derelict

• maintained
• inhabited
• prosperous

Idioms Using derelict

• derelict of duty

  failing to fulfill one's responsibilities or obligations

  Example

  The police officer was accused of being derelict of duty for not responding to the emergency call.

• derelict building

  a building that is abandoned and in a state of disrepair

  Example

  The derelict building was demolished to make way for a new development.

• derelict area

  an area that is abandoned and neglected

  Example

  The derelict area was transformed into a public park.

Phrases with derelict

• derelict ship

  a ship that has been abandoned and left to decay

  Example

  The derelict ship was discovered drifting off the coast.

• derelict land

  land that is abandoned and uncultivated

  Example

  The derelict land was turned into a community garden.

• derelict person

  a person who is homeless and living on the streets

  Example

  The charity provides food and shelter for derelict people.

Origins of derelict

from Latin 'derelictus', meaning 'abandoned'

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Summary: derelict in Brief

The term 'derelict' [ˈderəlɪkt] refers to something that is in a very poor condition due to disuse and neglect. It can also refer to a person without a home, job, or property. Examples include 'The derelict building was an eyesore in the neighborhood.' and 'He was found sleeping in a derelict car park.' Phrases like 'derelict ship' and idioms like 'derelict of duty' are also common.