What is Derelict?

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Derelict

/ˈder-ə-ˌlikt/

Derelict is in very poor condition. Meaning run-down and deteriorated. The opposite would be in great condition.

Word Background

Imagine an old, abandoned house with broken windows and overgrown weeds in the yard. It looks neglected and forgotten. That house could be described as derelict.

Derelict means something that has been neglected and fallen into a state of disrepair. It’s often used to describe buildings, cars, or even ships that have been left abandoned and are now in a bad condition.

A derelict building might have crumbling walls, leaking roofs, and broken windows. It’s no longer being used or maintained, and it can become a safety hazard.

Example Sentence

The staircase by now was quite derelict with boards steps missing

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