COME DOWN Synonyms: 68 Similar and Opposite Words

come down 1 of 2

verb

Definition of come down

as in to happen

to take place let's wait and see what comes down at the meeting

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comedown

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noun

ˈkəm-ˌdau̇n

as in demise

a loss of status after a rapid rise to stardom, the rock band's comedown was just as quick

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Recent Examples of come down

Verb

Deciding which mat works for you will likely come down to cost, durability and even environmental impact. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 14 July 2026 The news came down in 2022; Mearman immediately called his father in the UK. — Amna Subhan, AJC.com, 14 July 2026

Noun

Flying straight from the merry Riverlands into the somber halls of Dragonstone is one hell of a comedown, but Daemon never struggles to access his dark side. — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 29 June 2026 The whole thing is an anarchic delirium reminiscent of the kind experienced by Bart and Milhouse after drinking an all-syrup Super Squishee; thankfully, the comedown is quick and relatively painless. — Damon Wise, Deadline, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for come down

Recent Examples of Synonyms for come down

Verb

Based on that timeline, Gueye’s re-evaluation won’t happen until mid-October at the earliest.

— Lauren Williams, AJC.com, 16 July 2026
How else to explain what happened on Wednesday, or eight days prior in the escape against Egypt?

— Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 16 July 2026

Definition of happen

Noun

Ship is scheduled to perform a landing burn and soft splashdown of its own a little more than an hour after liftoff, and will meet a watery demise in the Indian Ocean.

— Josh Dinner, Space.com, 16 July 2026
The neutrality also suggests that Democrats are wary of backing relatively unknown candidates after Platner’s political demise.

— Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 16 July 2026

Definition of demise

Verb

Given Nolan’s famous aversion to AI, there was a relief in knowing this incredible display of creativity came primarily from practical effects and shooting on location.

— Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
There was no other contestant other than Burnham, who comfortably surpassed that threshold.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026

Definition of be

Noun

The Crown released six references with PNDs throughout the ‘60s and ‘70s, switching up bezels from metal to acrylic, swapping between screw-down and pump-style pushers, updating movements, and tweaking that famous face.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 July 2026
Now, the respected doctors inspire the next generation while balancing the ups and downs of working in a hospital.

— Joe Otterson, Variety, 20 July 2026

Definition of down

Verb

Passengers at the back can also get extra serenading with the standard Burmester 3D Surround Sound with Dolby Atmos, which comes with an additional pair of rear speakers and a more powerful 710-watt amp.

— Howard Walker, Robb Report, 21 July 2026
Until the grid manages load better, data centers curtail their own, or new supply comes online, calling on emergency power isn't the backup plan.

— Anna Demeo, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of come

Noun

Reform handed the ruling Labour Party a stunning defeat in local elections earlier this year, contributing to the downfall of Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

— Adela Suliman, NBC news, 7 July 2026
But the Explorer’s acceleration is loud, prompting one of the vehicle’s few engine downfalls.

— James Raia, Mercury News, 5 July 2026

Definition of downfall

Noun

Hamlin’s strong second-place finish was a setback for the two drivers competing with him for the points lead — particularly Tyler Reddick, who finished 30th after a collision with Alex Bowman on Lap 183.

— Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 20 July 2026
Despite the setbacks, Ali has continued to voice his enthusiasm for the project, if it ever gets picked up.

— Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 20 July 2026

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