1. sudden losses of power, status, or prosperity; ruins or collapses
Usage: plural of downfall
2. heavy falls of rain or snow
Usage: plural of downfall; meteorological sense

Examples

• The dictator’s downfalls throughout history share common patterns.
• Pride and greed led to the downfalls of many wealthy families.
• Recent downfalls in the tech industry surprised investors.
• The region experienced several heavy downfalls this winter.
• Corporate scandals often result in swift downfalls for executives.
• Heavy downfalls caused flooding in the valley.
• Political downfalls can happen very quickly in modern times.