collapsing (B1)

verb (present participle)

Pronunciation: /kəˈlæpsɪŋ/

Definition

Falling down or caving in suddenly due to a loss of structural integrity, pressure, or physical exhaustion.

Examples

• The bridge was collapsing after the massive flood weakened its foundation.

• He felt his energy collapsing after working three consecutive double shifts.

• The stock market was collapsing, causing panic among investors worldwide.

How to Use collapsing

collapsing under (prepositional phrase)

failing because of too much weight or pressure — "The roof was collapsing under the weight of the heavy snow."

be collapsing (collocation)

currently in the process of failing — "The entire negotiation process is collapsing as we speak."

Synonyms of collapsing

Words with a similar meaning to collapsing:

• falling
• breaking
• failing
• crumbling
• imploding

Antonyms of collapsing

Words with the opposite meaning to collapsing:

• rising
• expanding

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