
Moribund
Near Collapse
Use 'moribund' to describe something about to fail completely, often used for businesses or economies.

The town's moribund steel industry has led to high unemployment.
Lacking Vitality
'Moribund' implies a lack of activity or vigor, especially in cultural or artistic contexts.

The once-thriving theater scene is now moribund.
Metaphorically Dying
Use 'moribund' metaphorically to describe concepts or things that are outdated or obsolete.

Cassette tapes are a moribund technology.
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DecayDeclineDieFadeFailShrinkWaneWeaken
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