verb
- falling into ruin or decay; becoming damaged through neglect
Usage: present participle of dilapidate
Examples
- The old mansion has been dilapidating for decades without proper maintenance.
- We watched the abandoned factory slowly dilapidating over the years.
- The dilapidating bridge poses a safety hazard to drivers.
- City officials are concerned about the dilapidating infrastructure.
- The historic building is dilapidating due to lack of funding for repairs.
- Weather and time are dilapidating the ancient stone walls.