Meaning of the word downfall in English

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downfall

US /ˈdaʊn.fɑːl/
UK /ˈdaʊn.fɑːl/

Noun

1.

(something that causes) the usually sudden destruction of a person, organization, or government and their loss of power, money, or health:

Example:
Rampant corruption brought about the downfall of the government.
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