Definition

A sudden fall or decline, often referring to a downfall or a drop in status or condition.

Example

The company's downcome was unexpected after years of steady growth.

Conversation

Did you hear about the company's recent downcome?

Yeah, it sounded pretty shocking.

I can't believe they went from being so successful to this downcome so quickly.

It's a reminder that things can change in an instant.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from Old English, where 'down' (meaning from a higher place to a lower place) and 'come' (meaning to arrive or move towards) combine to convey the action of coming down or descending.

Memory Tip

Think of moving from a higher place to a lower place — 'down' means lower, and 'come' means to arrive. This helps you remember that 'downcome' refers to the act of coming down.

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