disrepair
nounA poor condition resulting from inadequate upkeep or needed repairs.
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Clear all filtersA poor condition resulting from inadequate upkeep or needed repairs.
A reduction or loss in an ability, function, or working capacity.
Showing extreme submission, loss of self-respect, or hopelessness.
Extremely submissive
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Dishonest or willing to misuse a position for improper gain.
Dishonest or unprincipled
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To weaken strength or the ability to function.
Seriously weakening strength or ability.
A state of serious deterioration or weakness from age, wear, or neglect.
Expecting failure and therefore discouraging effort.
Expecting defeat
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A state of deep discouragement or loss of hope.
Deep loss of hope
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Very discouraged and without much hope.
To decline gradually in condition, quality, or effectiveness.
To reduce the value, quality, or appeal of something, usually in the phrase detract from.
In a state of disrepair after neglect or age.
In serious disrepair
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Made unable to function or act normally.
The state of being intoxicated by alcohol.
Impossible to repair or put right.
A thorough examination and substantial repair, revision, or improvement.
Thorough revision or repair
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A combination of words whose meanings seem contradictory.
To correct or put something right.
To remedy a wrong or compensate for a harm.
To renovate or improve the condition and appearance of something.
Capable of being corrected or improved.
To repair or improve an old or damaged building or object.
Capable of being repaired or put right.
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