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1. derelict
adjective. ['ˈdɛrəˌlɪkt'] failing in what duty requires.
Synonyms
- negligent
- delinquent
- remiss
Antonyms
- unbroken
- uninjured
- reputable
- serviceable
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Words that Rhyme with Derelict
- addict
- benedict
- interdict
- maastricht
- perfect
Example sentences of the word derelict
1. Noun, singular or mass
Code enforcement can slap steep fines on whoever is responsible for letting the house become derelict.
2. Adjective
Thanks to their efforts, a derelict building now has a second life.
2. derelict
adjective. ['ˈdɛrəˌlɪkt'] worn and broken down by hard use.
Synonyms
- creaky
- woebegone
- run-down
- decrepit
- worn
Antonyms
- functioning
- robust
- rested
- attentive
3. derelict
adjective. ['ˈdɛrəˌlɪkt'] in deplorable condition.
Synonyms
- bedraggled
- damaged
- broken-down
- dilapidated
- ramshackle
- tumble-down
Antonyms
- clean
- unimpaired
- unblemished
- preserved
4. derelict
adjective. ['ˈdɛrəˌlɪkt'] forsaken by owner or inhabitants.
Synonyms
- deserted
- uninhabited
Antonyms
- healthy
- quiet
- joyful
5. derelict
noun. ['ˈdɛrəˌlɪkt'] a ship abandoned on the high seas.
Synonyms
- abandoned ship
Antonyms
- undue
- innocent
6. derelict
noun. ['ˈdɛrəˌlɪkt'] a person without a home, job, or property.
Antonyms
- get off