Broken-down — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈbrō-kən-ˈdau̇n/ bro·ken-down

Meaning & Definition of Broken-down

Broken-down (adjective)

  1. worn-out, debilitated

Broken-down (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. in a bad or weak condition because of being old, not well cared for, etc.

    "A broken-down car was blocking one of the lanes of the road."

    "His body was now broken-down after many years of hard living."

    similar: decrepit, dilapidated, run-down, asthenic, debilitated, delicate, down-and-out, effete, enervated, enfeebled, faint, feeble, frail, infirm, languid, low, prostrate, prostrated, sapped, slight, soft, softened, tender, unsubstantial, wasted, weak, weakened, wimpish, wimpy, disabled, incapacitated, invalid, paralyzed, impotent, powerless, broken, damaged, destroyed, harmed, hurt, impaired, injured, unsound, wrecked
    opposite: brand-new, fresh, new, cared-for, kept-up, maintained, hard, hardy, lusty, red-blooded, robust, sturdy, tough, hale, healthy, sound, mighty, powerful, rugged, stalwart, stout, strong

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Broken-down

The most common words with a similar meaning to Broken-down:

decrepit, dilapidated, run-down, asthenic, debilitated, delicate, down-and-out, effete, enervated, enfeebled, faint, feeble, frail, infirm, languid, low, prostrate, prostrated, sapped, slight, soft, softened, tender, unsubstantial, wasted, weak, weakened, wimpish, wimpy, disabled, incapacitated, invalid, paralyzed, impotent, powerless, broken, damaged, destroyed, harmed, hurt

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Broken-down

Words with the opposite meaning of Broken-down:

brand-new, fresh, new, cared-for, kept-up, maintained, hard, hardy, lusty, red-blooded, robust, sturdy, tough, hale, healthy, sound, mighty, powerful, rugged, stalwart, stout, strong

Origin & Etymology of Broken-down

First known use: 1535

Frequently Asked Questions about Broken-down

What does "Broken-down" mean?

"Broken-down" means worn-out, debilitated. As an adjective, it is defined as: worn-out, debilitated.

What is another word for "Broken-down"?

Other words for "Broken-down" include decrepit, dilapidated, run-down, asthenic, debilitated, delicate, down-and-out and effete. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Broken-down" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Broken-down"?

There are 44 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Broken-down". Common alternatives include decrepit, dilapidated, run-down, asthenic, debilitated, delicate, down-and-out, effete, enervated and enfeebled.

What is the opposite of "Broken-down"?

Antonyms of "Broken-down" include brand-new, fresh, new, cared-for, kept-up, maintained, hard and hardy.

How do you use "Broken-down" in a sentence?

Examples of "Broken-down" in a sentence: "A broken-down car was blocking one of the lanes of the road."; "His body was now broken-down after many years of hard living.".

Is "Broken-down" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Broken-down" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Broken-down"?

"Broken-down" is pronounced /ˈbrō-kən-ˈdau̇n/ and divided into syllables as bro·ken-down.

What is the origin of the word "Broken-down"?

First known use: 1535.