demise

/dɪˈmaɪz/noun

The death of a person, or the point at which something comes to an end or collapses.

Example sentences

“Cheap imports led to the demise of many local factories.”
“The singer's sudden demise shocked fans around the world.”

Formal and often euphemistic; now frequent for companies and institutions, as in 'the demise of the local newspaper'.

Featured as word of the day on January 16, 2026.

Synonyms for demise

death
end
downfall
collapse
passing

Antonyms

rise
birth

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Related words

deplorableSo bad or shameful that it deserves strong disapproval.derelictLeft empty and uncared for, so that it is slowly falling apart.derideTo laugh at someone or something in a cruel, mocking way.decryTo speak against something publicly because you consider it damaging.desolateEmpty of people and life, in a way that feels bleak and lonely.despondentFeeling very low because hope or courage has drained away.