1. a sudden loss of power, status, or prosperity; ruin or collapse
2. the cause of someone’s ruin or failure
3. a heavy fall of rain or snow

Examples

• The scandal led to the politician’s downfall.
• Pride was his downfall in the competition.
• The company’s downfall came after years of poor management.
• Greed proved to be the king’s downfall.
• We were caught in a sudden downfall during our hike.
• The heavy downfall flooded the streets.
• His arrogance was the downfall of his career.