collapsing

[kəˈlapsɪŋ]

collapsing Definition

• 1. falling down suddenly
• 2. losing strength or effectiveness

Using collapsing: Examples

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

• Example

  The building is collapsing due to the earthquake.

• Example

  The economy is collapsing due to the pandemic.

• Example

  The athlete collapsed at the finish line due to exhaustion.

collapsing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for collapsing

• falling
• crumbling
• failing
• weakening

Antonyms for collapsing

• strengthening
• improving

Phrases with collapsing

• collapsing bridge

  a bridge that is in danger of falling down suddenly

  Example

  The authorities closed the collapsing bridge for repairs.

• collapsing economy

  an economy that is losing strength and effectiveness

  Example

  The government is taking measures to revive the collapsing economy.

• collapsing star

  a star that has exhausted its nuclear fuel and has fallen into itself, resulting in a sudden reduction in brightness

  Example

  The astronomer observed a collapsing star in the distant galaxy.

📌

Summary: collapsing in Brief

The term 'collapsing' [kəˈlapsɪŋ] refers to the act of falling down suddenly or losing strength or effectiveness. It can be used to describe physical structures like buildings and bridges, as well as abstract concepts like economies and stars. Examples include 'The building is collapsing due to the earthquake.' and 'The economy is collapsing due to the pandemic.'