demise
Translation
demise, death, downfall
Examples
The company's demise was due to poor management.
The company's demise was due to poor management.
We mourned the sudden demise of our leader.
We mourned the sudden demise of our leader.
Grammar Patterns
the demise of ((sth./sb.)) the end or failure of an institution, idea, etc., or the death of a person The internet led to the demise of many magazines.
Similar Words
Synonyms: downfall, collapse, death, end; Antonyms: birth, beginning, rise
Etymology
From Old French 'demis', past participle of 'demettre' (to dismiss, put away), from Latin 'dimittere' (to send away).
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'dismissal' from life or existence. The sound is similar to 'dismiss'.