1. the state of being in disrepair or ruin due to age or neglect

Examples

• The old mansion showed signs of dilapidation after years of abandonment.
• The city council addressed the dilapidation of several historic buildings.
• Despite the building’s dilapidation, the structure remained sound.
• The property’s dilapidation made it unsuitable for immediate occupancy.
• Years of neglect had led to the complete dilapidation of the warehouse.
• The inspector documented the extent of dilapidation in his report.