disrepair

[dis-ri-pair]

noun

1. the condition of needing repair; an impaired or neglected state.

disrepair

/ ˌdɪsrɪˈpɛə /

noun

1. the condition of being worn out or in poor working order; a condition requiring repairs

Word History and Origins

Origin of disrepair¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; dis- ¹ + repair ¹

Example Sentences

The buildings were often in a state of disrepair and the illumination highlighted that.

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Through that work, Ross toured the Red Oak Victory and was dismayed to see the signs of its disrepair.

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That prompted Bishop to go on the defense, explaining all of the work she and others have put into keeping the cemetery from falling further into disrepair.

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Built in 1704, Woolton Hall previously served as a hotel, an army hospital, a convent and a school but had fallen into disrepair in recent years.

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The government also plans to change current UK social housing regulations so a window has to be replaced if it has fallen into disrepair, irrespective of its age.

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Related Words

• decay