slump
UK: slʌmp | US: slʌmp
n. a sudden or prolonged decline in value, quantity, or performance
vi. to fall or sink heavily; to decline sharply
vt. to cause to slump (rare)
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The word "slump" likely originated in the late 17th century as an imitative or expressive term, mimicking the sound or motion of something falling heavily (e.g., "sl-" suggesting sliding or collapsing, combined with "-ump," a sound-associated suffix seen in words like "thump" or "plump"). Its meaning evolved from describing physical collapses to economic or performance declines in the 19th century.
The economy slumped after the financial crisis.
She slumped into the chair, exhausted from work.
Housing prices slumped by 10% last quarter.
His shoulders slumped in disappointment.
The team's performance slumped during the second half of the season.