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rundown Synonyms

Another word for rundown

Choosing another word for rundown depends on context, so the 31 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 5 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An item-by-item summary, analysis, or detailed briefing of facts or events.

Usage Example

"The project manager gave the team a quick summary of the schedule before the meeting began."

Strongest
summary
overview
briefing
recap
Strong
synopsis
digest
outline
review

• adjective (Context 2)

In a poor, neglected, or dilapidated state of repair due to age or lack of maintenance (more commonly spelled "run-down").

Usage Example

"The community group raised funds to renovate the run-down theater on Main Street."

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run-down
dilapidated
decrepit
Strong
ramshackle
shabby
tumble-down
neglected
Weak
seedier

• adjective (Context 3)

Physically tired, weakened, or in poor health, especially as a result of overwork or stress (more commonly spelled "run-down").

Usage Example

"After working double shifts all week, he felt completely run-down and susceptible to catching a cold."

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run-down
exhausted
Strong
drained
worn-out
depleted
fatigued
weary
debilitated

• noun (Context 4)

A defensive play in baseball in which a baserunner is trapped between two bases and pursued by fielders throwing the ball back and forth to tag the runner out.

Usage Example

"The baserunner was caught in a pickle between first and second base before finally being tagged out."

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pickle
Strong
hotbox

• noun (Context 5)

A gradual reduction or decline in size, productivity, or economic activity.

Usage Example

"The manufacturing sector experienced a steady reduction of its workforce over the past decade."

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reduction
Strong
decline
cutback
downsizing
depletion
diminution

Opposites of rundown

The opposite of rundown shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

buildup
well-kept
expansion
energetic
well-maintained
growth
vigorous
revitalized
See all opposites of rundown

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Rundown. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/rundown
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