downturn

noun

down·​turn ˈdau̇n-ˌtərn 

: a downward turn especially toward a decline in business and economic activity

Examples of downturn in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Even theme park giants such as Disneyland are seeing slight downturns in attendance. — Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

Despite the current downturn that the spirits industry is facing, the auction market remains hot. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 1 July 2026

But Reddick shouldn’t yet be counted out because his recent downturn is more due to rotten luck than substandard performance. — Jess Bryant, New York Times, 4 July 2026

Hermès keeps its famous leather goods intentionally hard to find, which protects the brand from economic downturns and keeps profit margins incredibly high. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 29 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1658, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for downturn

• adjourn
• concern
• decern
• discern
• extern
• heartburn
• interne
• nocturne
• return
• sunburn
• unworn
• upturn