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dilapidated

adjective

/dɪˈlæpɪˌdeɪtɪd/

Meaning

Fallen into disrepair or ruin due to neglect or age.

The family lived in a dilapidated house at the edge of town.

ruined, decayed, shabby, broken-down, crumbling

new, strong, well-kept

dilapidated building, dilapidated house, dilapidated structure

Taking action by causing change and not only reacting to change when it happens.

Having many interrelated parts or factors; complicated.

unclear or uncertain in meaning; not clearly expressed

Beyond ordinary limits; surpassing usual boundaries; extraordinary and superior.

not able to be maintained or defended against attack or objection

Based on instinctive understanding rather than reasoning.