Downfall and Sunset

Downfall

Downfall noun - A change to a lower state or level.
Usage example: the gradual downfall of the Roman Empire

Sunset and downfall are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sunset" instead a noun "Downfall".

Sunset

Sunset noun - The time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness.

Downfall and sunset are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Downfall" instead a noun "Sunset".

How words are described

original original downfall original sunset
real real downfall real sunset
fiery fiery downfall fiery sunset
final final downfall final sunset
Other adjectives: imminent.

Both words in one sentence

  • One of the causes of the downfall of Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip: the fact that characters constantly refer to the sketches in the Show Within a Show as hilarious, when more often than not, they fall flatter than Kansas to the people at home.
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