Crumbling

Pronunciation: /ˈkrʌmbəl/

Crumbling (verb)

  1. To break something into small pieces or make it fall apart.
  2. To become weaker or less effective over time.

Examples

  • The cookie will crumble if you press too hard.
  • Dry leaves crumble easily underfoot.

Common collocations: crumble into dust, crumble away, crumble under pressure, crumble emotionally, apple crumble

Crumbling (noun)

  1. A dessert made with fruit and a crumbly topping.

Examples

  • Apple crumble is a popular dessert in many homes.
  • She served a warm berry crumble after dinner.

Synonyms of Crumbling

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Crumbling

  • putting pieces together
  • building or creating something whole