Derelict

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛrəˌlɪkt/

Derelict (adjective)

  1. In poor condition because it has not been used or cared for.
  2. Failing to do what should be done, especially duties or responsibilities.

Examples

  • The derelict house stood at the end of the street.
  • They explored the derelict factory on the outskirts of town.

Common collocations: derelict warehouse, derelict site, derelict in duty, derelict behavior, purchase a derelict

Derelict (noun)

  1. A building or ship that is not used or cared for.
  2. A person without a home or job, often living on the streets.

Examples

  • The city plans to renovate the derelict.
  • Investors are interested in buying the derelict.

Synonyms of Derelict

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Derelict

  • — describing something well-kept
  • — describing a place with occupants