breakdown

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Definition

noun. a failure to function properly or a collapse.

Example Sentence

The car had a mechanical breakdown. OR She had a nervous breakdown.

More Example Sentences

His breakdown caused much trouble for everyone.

Synonyms

collapse; failure; malfunction

Antonyms

success; recovery; improvement

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Rhymes

  • breakdown
  • shakedown
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