Synonyms of disrepair

disrepair

noun

ˌdis-ri-ˈper 

as in neglect

the state of being unattended to or not cared for

the old house was in such disrepair that the roof had caved in

Synonyms & Similar Words

• neglect
• dilapidation
• deterioration
• abandonment
• decay
• seediness
• ruin
• desolation
• negligence
• inattention
• desertion
• disintegration
• decrepitude
• ruination
• dereliction
• dumpiness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• repair
• conservation
• preservation
• keeping
• upkeep

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of disrepair

Childers goes on to stress the importance of knowing and loving your neighbor in his Sea to Shining Sea sit-down, using a road in disrepair as an analogy. — Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2026

With economic upheaval came neglect, and the once-glamorous sanatoriums and baths fell into disrepair. — Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026

The city has also issued orders to deal with graffiti, weeds, disrepair and other violations. — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026

Without keepers present for daily maintenance in the oft-harsh and briny air, many fell into disrepair and were considered excess property by the federal government, which did not set aside much money for preservation. — Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026