Founder
mediumFOWN-der
verb
Definition
(verb) To fail utterly; to sink (of a ship); to stumble
Examples
“The peace talks foundered on the issue of borders.”
“The ship foundered in the storm, losing all cargo.”
Synonyms
collapsefailmiscarrysink
Antonyms
succeedflourishprosperthrive
Categories
GRE Tip
Founder is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "collapse" or "fail" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "succeed".
Related GRE Words
debacle
A sudden and ignominious failure; a fiasco
ephemeral
Lasting for a very short time; transitory
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
benevolent
Well-meaning and kindly; generous and charitable
admonish
To warn or reprimand someone firmly
pragmatic
Dealing with things sensibly and realistically; practical
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