disrepair
Translation
disrepair, dilapidation, neglect
Examples
The old house has fallen into disrepair.
The old house has fallen into disrepair.
The bridge is in a state of disrepair.
The bridge is in a state of disrepair.
Grammar Patterns
in (a state of) disrepair to be in a bad condition The bridge is in a state of disrepair.
to fall into disrepair to become dilapidated The old house has fallen into disrepair.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dilapidation, decay, neglect; Antonyms: repair, good condition
Etymology
From the prefix 'dis-' (not, opposite of) + 'repair' (to fix). It literally means the state of not being repaired.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'disabled repair'. When repairs are disabled or non-existent, things fall into disrepair.