disrepair

noun

dis·​re·​pair ˌdis-ri-ˈper 

: the state of being in need of repair

a building fallen into disrepair

Synonyms of disrepair

• neglect
• dilapidation
• deterioration
• abandonment

Examples of disrepair in a Sentence

The lighthouse was in disrepair until the volunteers cleaned it up.

After years of neglect, the house fell into disrepair.

Recent Examples on the Web

Urgent repair projects will be delayed, construction costs will multiply, and the visitor experience will inevitably decline as facilities fall into disrepair, risking the safety of millions of tourists and residents alike. — Lulu Vilas, Sun Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026

Originally a Holiday Inn and then a member of IHG’s Crowne Plaza portfolio, the property had fallen into disrepair in recent years. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026

In Italy, the worst drought in 70 years has exposed the piers of an ancient bridge over the Tiber River once used by Roman emperors but which fell into disrepair by the third century. — CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026

The public, which had been barred from the site for decades because of vandalism and disrepair, was welcomed Thursday evening to the dedication and blessing of the trail’s crosses. — Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 16 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1798, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for disrepair

• aftercare
• anywhere
• billionaire
• chinaware
• debonair
• dinnerware
• doctrinaire
• earthenware
• everywhere
• frigidaire
• kitchenware
• legionnaire

Kids Definition

disrepair

noun

dis·​re·​pair ˌdis-ri-ˈpa(ə)r 

-ˈpe(ə)r

: the condition of needing repair