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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

Wary and unwilling to take risks; careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences.

not existing in nature; artificial; forced

extremely cold in temperature; lacking warmth or friendliness

Moving or tending to move away from a center.

Developing something new or implementing for the first time

Not exact or accurate; vague.