Moribund

Meaning

near death; dying; in a state of decline or decay

in a dying state; near death or becoming obsolete

Example Sentences

The moribund patient was in critical condition.

The moribund industry was soon replaced by modern technology.

Synonyms

dying, failing, declining, decaying, stagnant

Entry 1

dying, failing, declining, decaying

Entry 2

dying, declining, stagnant, failing

Antonyms

thriving, flourishing, vigorous, healthy, growing

Entry 1

thriving, flourishing, vigorous, healthy

Entry 2

thriving, flourishing, growing

Collocations

moribund state, moribund economy, moribund industry, moribund system

Entry 1

moribund state, moribund economy, moribund industry

Entry 2

moribund economy, moribund industry, moribund system