tumbledown

简明释义

[ˈtʌmbldaʊn][ˈtʌmbldaʊn]

adj. 摇摇欲坠的

英英释义

In a state of disrepair or ruin; dilapidated.

处于失修或废弃状态;破旧的。

Easily knocked over or collapsed; unstable.

容易被推倒或倒塌;不稳定的。

单词用法

tumbledown house

破旧的房子

tumbledown cottage

破旧的小屋

tumbledown building

破旧的建筑

tumbledown estate

衰败的地产

同义词

dilapidated

破旧的

The dilapidated house stood at the end of the street, a shadow of its former glory.

那座破旧的房子矗立在街道尽头,曾经的辉煌已不复存在。

ramshackle

摇摇欲坠的

They decided to renovate the ramshackle barn before winter set in.

他们决定在冬天来临之前翻新那座摇摇欲坠的谷仓。

decrepit

衰老的,破旧的

The decrepit old man lived alone in a rundown apartment.

那位衰老的老人独自生活在一间破旧的公寓里。

derelict

被遗弃的,破败的

The derelict ship was left to rust in the harbor.

那艘被遗弃的船只被留在港口生锈。

反义词

sturdy

结实的

The sturdy construction of the house ensured it could withstand harsh weather.

这座房屋的结实结构确保它能够抵御恶劣天气。

well-built

建造良好的

They invested in well-built furniture that would last for years.

他们投资了建造良好的家具,这些家具可以使用多年。

solid

坚固的

The solid foundation of the building is crucial for its stability.

建筑物的坚固基础对其稳定性至关重要。

例句

1.To them these tumbledown stones must loom as huge as the Wall of Westeros.

对于它们来说,这些摇摇欲坠的石头一定跟维斯特洛大陆上的绝境长城一样高耸。

2.It was a brave little house with a big, tumbledown barn and fields that sloped into forests beyond.

这是一个很小的房子,有一个摇摇欲坠的仓房,牧场向远处延伸,直至森林。

3.It was a brave little house with a big, tumbledown barn and fields that sloped into forests beyond. The days were bright with snow, the nights forbiddingly dark.

她要出国两个星期,我同意照顾她的动物;那是一个崭新的小房子,有一个摇摇欲坠的牲口棚和一个斜靠进森林里的牧场,白天在白雪的衬托下显得十分明亮,夜晚又黑的令人生畏。

4.It was a brave little house with a big, tumbledown barn and fields that sloped into forests beyond.

那是一栋很漂亮的小房子,有一个非常宽敞、年久失修的谷仓,房前的斜坡上是成片的庄稼地,直延伸至远处的森林里。

5.He is the author of fourteen plays, of which three are still extant: Romance of the Western Chamber, Beautiful Spring Hall and a Tumbledown Cave.

王实甫一共写了十四个剧本,现在流传下来的比较完整的只有《西厢记》、《丽春堂》、《破窑记》三种。

6.It was a brave little house with a big, tumbledown barn and fields that sloped into forests beyond. The days were bright with snow, the nights forbiddingly dark.

她要出国两个星期,我同意照顾她的动物;那是一个崭新的小房子,有一个摇摇欲坠的牲口棚和一个斜靠进森林里的牧场,白天在白雪的衬托下显得十分明亮,夜晚又黑的令人生畏。

7.In Indonesia, volunteers helped an old woman renovate her tumbledown home.

在印尼,慈济志工帮助一位生活困顿的老妇人、维修残破的房子。

8.They decided to renovate the tumbledown barn into a cozy guest house.

他们决定把这座破旧不堪的谷仓改造成一个舒适的客房。

9.The village was filled with tumbledown structures that told stories of a bygone era.

这个村庄里满是破旧不堪的建筑,讲述着过去的故事。

10.The old house at the end of the street is completely tumbledown.

街道尽头的那座老房子完全是破旧不堪

11.After years of neglect, the tumbledown cottage was finally sold.

经过多年的忽视,这座破旧不堪的小屋终于被售出。

12.We stumbled upon a tumbledown shack while hiking in the woods.

我们在森林徒步旅行时偶然发现了一间破旧不堪的小棚屋。

作文

In the heart of a small village, there stood a once-grand mansion that had become a shadow of its former self. This house, with its crumbling walls and sagging roof, was often referred to as the tumbledown abode of forgotten dreams. The villagers would pass by, shaking their heads in dismay, reminiscing about the days when laughter echoed through its halls and the garden was a riot of colors. Now, the garden was overgrown with weeds, and the paint on the shutters was peeling away like the memories of the past. The story of the tumbledown mansion began many years ago when it was built by a wealthy family. They filled it with exquisite furniture, art, and the finest decorations available at the time. The family hosted grand parties, inviting neighbors and friends to experience the splendor of their home. However, as time passed, fortunes changed, and the family fell into disrepair, much like their beloved house. Eventually, they moved away, leaving the mansion to the ravages of time. As the years went by, the tumbledown structure began to deteriorate. The roof developed leaks, allowing rainwater to seep in and damage the once-beautiful interiors. Vines crept up the walls, embracing the house in a green shroud. Windows were broken, and the front door hung precariously on its hinges. It became a haunting sight, a reminder of what was lost and a symbol of neglect. Despite its state, the tumbledown mansion held a certain charm for those who dared to explore its depths. Some adventurous souls would venture inside, drawn by curiosity and the thrill of the unknown. They would find remnants of the past: dusty chandeliers, faded photographs, and old letters that told stories of love and loss. Each item seemed to whisper secrets of the lives once lived within those walls. One day, a young artist named Clara visited the village. She had heard tales of the tumbledown mansion and felt an irresistible urge to see it for herself. As she stepped through the threshold, her heart raced with excitement. To her, the decay was not a sign of ruin but a canvas waiting to be transformed. She saw beauty in the peeling paint and the way sunlight filtered through the broken windows, casting ethereal patterns on the floor. Clara decided to make the tumbledown mansion her studio. Day after day, she painted the scenes around her, capturing the essence of the house and its surroundings. Her artwork began to attract attention, and soon, others came to see the tumbledown structure, finding inspiration in its history and decay. They too began to appreciate the beauty in imperfection. As the village started to embrace the tumbledown mansion, plans emerged to restore it. The community came together, fueled by Clara's passion and the newfound appreciation for their heritage. Slowly but surely, the mansion was brought back to life, not as a perfect replica of its former glory, but as a testament to resilience and creativity. In the end, the tumbledown mansion became a symbol of hope and renewal. It taught the villagers that even in decay, there is beauty to be found, and with love and effort, something once forgotten can rise again, transformed and vibrant. The tumbledown house was no longer just a relic of the past; it had become a cherished part of the community's future.

在一个小村庄的中心,有一座曾经宏伟的豪宅,如今却成为了往日辉煌的影子。这座房子,墙壁破烂,屋顶下垂,常常被人们称为tumbledown的被遗忘梦想的居所。村民们路过时摇头叹息,回忆起那欢声笑语曾在大厅回荡、花园色彩斑斓的日子。如今,花园杂草丛生,百叶窗上的油漆像是过去的记忆一样剥落。这座tumbledown豪宅的故事始于许多年前,当时它是由一个富裕的家庭建造的。他们用精美的家具、艺术品和当时最好的装饰品装点着房子。这个家庭举办盛大的派对,邀请邻居和朋友体验他们家的辉煌。然而,随着时间的推移,命运发生了变化,家庭陷入了困境,正如他们心爱的房子一样。最终,他们搬走了,留下了这座豪宅任凭岁月的侵蚀。随着岁月的流逝,这座tumbledown的建筑开始恶化。屋顶出现了漏水,让雨水渗入,损坏了曾经美丽的内部。藤蔓爬上墙壁,将房子包裹在绿色的阴影中。窗户破碎,前门悬挂在铰链上,岌岌可危。它成了一个令人毛骨悚然的景象,是失去的提醒,也是被忽视的象征。尽管如此,这座tumbledown的豪宅对那些敢于探索其深处的人来说却有一种特殊的魅力。一些冒险者会走进去,被好奇心和未知的刺激所吸引。他们会发现过去的遗迹:满是灰尘的吊灯、褪色的照片和讲述爱情与失落故事的旧信件。每一件物品似乎都在低语,诉说着曾在这些墙壁内生活的人的秘密。一天,一个名叫克拉拉的年轻艺术家来到了这个村庄。她听说了关于这座tumbledown豪宅的故事,感到不可抗拒的冲动想要亲自看看。当她踏入门槛时,心中充满了激动。对她来说,衰败不是毁灭的标志,而是等待被转变的画布。她在剥落的油漆和阳光透过破窗洒在地板上的梦幻图案中看到了美。克拉拉决定把这座tumbledown的豪宅作为她的工作室。她日复一日地画周围的场景,捕捉房子及其环境的本质。她的作品开始引起关注,渐渐地,其他人也来参观这座tumbledown的建筑,从中找到灵感。他们也开始欣赏不完美中的美。随着村庄开始接受这座tumbledown的豪宅,恢复的计划应运而生。社区团结起来,受到克拉拉的热情和对他们遗产的新认识的激励。慢慢地,这座豪宅被重新焕发生机,不再是完美复制的昔日辉煌,而是韧性与创造力的证明。最后,这座tumbledown的豪宅成为希望与重生的象征。它教会了村民,即使在衰败中,也能发现美丽,并且只要付出爱与努力,曾经被遗忘的东西可以重新崛起,焕然一新。这个tumbledown的房子不再仅仅是过去的遗物;它已成为社区未来的重要部分。