English Synonym Finder

collapses

Definitions

To fall down or cave in suddenly, often due to a loss of structural support.

To fail suddenly and completely, such as an institution, system, or enterprise.

To fold or break down into a more compact shape.

Examples

The old bridge collapses under the weight of the heavy trucks.

When the star runs out of fuel, it eventually collapses into a black hole.

Synonyms

folds caves in crumbles subsides topples gives way implodes

Antonyms

rises expands strengthens ascends stabilizes thrives builds