Meaning : An abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion.
Example :
The commander's prostration demoralized his men.
Synonyms : prostration
Meaning : A natural event caused by something suddenly falling down or caving in.
Example :
The roof is in danger of collapse.
The collapse of the old star under its own gravity.
Meaning : The act of throwing yourself down.
Example :
He landed on the bed with a great flop.
Synonyms : flop
Meaning : A sudden large decline of business or the prices of stocks (especially one that causes additional failures).
Synonyms : crash
Meaning : Collapse due to fatigue, an illness, or a sudden attack.
Synonyms : break down
Meaning : Fold or close up.
Example :
Fold up your umbrella.
Collapse the music stand.
Meaning : Fall apart.
Example :
The building crumbled after the explosion.
Negotiations broke down.
Synonyms : break down, crumble, crumple, tumble
Meaning : Lose significance, effectiveness, or value.
Example :
The school system is collapsing.
The stock market collapsed.