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DILAPIDATED

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Dilapidated.

How to pronounce dilapidated:

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Dilapidated - as an adjective satellite

In deplorable condition

Example: "A street of bedraggled tenements"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bedraggled16broken-downderelict11ramshackle21tatterdemalion17tumble-down

Dilapidated - as a verb

To fall into ruin or disuse.

To cause to become ruined or put into disrepair.

To squander or waste.

Dilapidated - as an adjective

Having fallen into a state of disrepair or deterioration, especially through neglect.

Example Sentences

"The dilapidated house had broken windows and a sagging roof."
"The old playground equipment was rusty and dilapidated."
"They purchased a dilapidated car that required significant repairs."
"The dilapidated barn was no longer suitable for housing animals."
"The abandoned factory was in a dilapidated state."
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Word Game Points

Is DILAPIDATED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dilapidated is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DILAPIDATED has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DILAPIDATED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dilapidated is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DILAPIDATED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is DILAPIDATED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dilapidated is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DILAPIDATED has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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