Tumbledown

usgb/ˈtʌmbldaʊn/
adjective

Falling apart or in bad condition because of being old or not properly cared for.

The farmer's house was a tumbledown shack in desperate need of repair.
Visual representation of "tumbledown" - Falling apart or in bad condition because of being old or not properly cared for.

Often appears as...

  • tumbledown house
  • tumbledown barn
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Visual representation of "tumbledown"
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Descriptive Imagery

Use 'tumbledown' to vividly describe something neglected and falling to pieces, often creating a strong visual image.

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The tumbledown fence surrounding the property was overgrown with weeds.
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Negative Connotation

'Tumbledown' implies a negative view of the state of disrepair, hinting at deterioration and neglect.

Illustration for Negative Connotation
The tumbledown cottage seemed untouched by time or repairs for decades.
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Historic Context

Consider using 'tumbledown' when talking about old buildings or objects that have historical significance but are now dilapidated.

Illustration for Historic Context
Tourists visited the tumbledown ruins, imagining the grandeur of the past.
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