Disrepair
(noun)
- The state of being in disrepair; a state of deterioration or neglect.
- The state of being in poor condition or not working properly due to lack of maintenance.
Origin:
Early 17th century: from dis- (expressing reversal) + repair.
Examples:
- The house was in disrepair and needed extensive renovations.
- The bridge was in such disrepair that it had to be closed to traffic.
- The garden was in disrepair and had become overgrown.
- The machines were in disrepair and had to be replaced.
- The building was in disrepair and had become a safety hazard.