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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

demise

/dɪˈmaɪz/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does demise mean?

noun, verb

The state of being defeated or destroyed; the end of something or someone's power or existence. To cause someone or something to die or be destroyed.

Example

"The company's demise was a result of poor management and financial struggles."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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