as in summary
a short statement of the main points
a rundown of the suspect's lengthy police record
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in dilapidated
showing signs of advanced wear and tear and neglect
a run-down old house that really should be torn down
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in sick
temporarily suffering from a disorder of the body
I'm afraid I'll be staying home today as I'm feeling run-down
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in to find
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
finally ran down the answer after hours of research
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
constantly running down the city's cultural life won't do anything to improve it
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of rundown
Janine Rubenstein, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
When Peter Orlovsky opens the door to their rundown tenement apartment, Hujar is left standing around awkwardly until Ginsberg acknowledges him.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Jan. 2025
Dr. Shreya Doshi, Boston Herald, 8 Dec. 2024
Read on for a full review of Bvlgari Resort Bali, including a run-down of rooms, activities, food and drink, location, and more.
—Ryan Smith, Travel + Leisure, 17 Dec. 2024
Anna Cooban, CNN, 31 Jan. 2025
With the shot clock running down under 10 seconds, Krimili brought the ball out near half court, calmly sized up the defense and beat Stanford’s defense to the right side of the hoop for a layup that put Cal up 75-71 with 18.7 seconds left to play.
—Christian Babcock, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for rundown 
Noun
Now We were given a full rundown of events, including a competitive family scavenger hunt organized for those in town for the experience.
—Janine Rubenstein, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
When Peter Orlovsky opens the door to their rundown tenement apartment, Hujar is left standing around awkwardly until Ginsberg acknowledges him.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
The infection can cause babies to become tired and run-down.
—Dr. Shreya Doshi, Boston Herald, 8 Dec. 2024
Read on for a full review of Bvlgari Resort Bali, including a run-down of rooms, activities, food and drink, location, and more.
—Ryan Smith, Travel + Leisure, 17 Dec. 2024
Verb
Guardianship properties were often run down, the inspections by providers felt intrusive and license fees were rising.
—Anna Cooban, CNN, 31 Jan. 2025
With the shot clock running down under 10 seconds, Krimili brought the ball out near half court, calmly sized up the defense and beat Stanford’s defense to the right side of the hoop for a layup that put Cal up 75-71 with 18.7 seconds left to play.
—Christian Babcock, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for rundown
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rundown
Noun
-
The Cybertruck, according to the autopsy summary, caught fire and fully burned.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
-
Federal officials review cost summaries, floor plans and other information to determine that rate.—
Emily Badger,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
-
Indeed, Birge’s renovation of a dilapidated house, taken down to the studs, isn’t everyone’s experience, but anyone who has done even a minor home makeover can relate.—
Tom Roland,
Billboard,
23 Jan. 2025
-
Meanwhile, the Eagles were able to rest their starters and still coast against the dilapidated Giants.—
Hank Gola,
New York Daily News,
10 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
And in one case, a person got it from handling sick and or dead birds in a backyard flock.—
Susanne Rust,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2025
-
Dairy farmers with infected herds reported large die-offs of wild birds near their farms before their cows got sick, according to the USDA.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN,
8 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
The effort to find the right engine and tail rotor from the Black Hawk continues, the agency said.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC News,
7 Feb. 2025
-
In addition, district officials have found that attendance has improved for both students and staff with a four-day week.—
Amy Wilde,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
But in October, 2023, Scott County Attorney Ron Hocevar, whose office prosecutes crimes across the county, decided to drop charges after a motion to dismiss was filed by the defense.—
Alex Malm,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
-
The claims against the singer's production company, Taylor Swift Productions, Inc., have not been dismissed.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
-
If coordinated correctly, Trump’s tariff threats offer an enormous opportunity for America’s neglected waterfront.—
Craig Hooper,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
-
Lawmakers also met to better understand the difficulties counties face in finding temporary placements for neglected and special needs children.—
Christina Lengyel | The Center Square contributor,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
Both the United States and the United Nations have stepped back from leadership roles, a reflection of how poorly interventions in Haiti have gone and also the wide range of issues in other parts of the world at the moment.—
Adam Taylor,
Washington Post,
7 Mar. 2024
-
Story will be a free agent and at this stage why would an accomplished player stay with the poorly run Rockies?—
BostonGlobe.com,
BostonGlobe.com,
27 Mar. 2021
Verb
-
Nolan, who was traveling with his parents and younger brother, later learned his flight had been canceled after being pushed back multiple times.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
-
Instead, learn to regulate your emotions and your body.—
Andrea Kane,
CNN,
17 Feb. 2025
Articles Related to rundown
Thesaurus Entries Near rundown
Cite this Entry
“Rundown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rundown. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share