lapsing
Definition
Noun 1. A failure to maintain a higher state; a decline or fall from a previous level of achievement, faith, or moral standing. This refers to the act of slipping back into a former, often worse, state after a period of improvement or adherence.
Usage
The noun "lapsing" describes the process or instance of reverting to an old, undesirable habit, condition, or pattern of behavior. It often implies a moral, spiritual, or behavioral backsliding.
Examples
- After six months of sobriety, his lapsing into alcoholism was devastating for his family.
- The report noted a lapsing of safety standards at the factory, leading to the accident.
- Her lapsing from the strict diet was understandable given the circumstances.
Advanced Usage
- "a lapsing of...": This construction is commonly used to specify what is failing or declining.
- The treaty was weakened by a lapsing of diplomatic efforts between the two nations.
Variants and Related Words
- Lapse (noun/verb): The more common form. As a noun, it is a synonym (e.g., ). As a verb, it means to fall back (e.g., ).
- Relapse (noun/verb): Often used in medical or addiction contexts to mean a deterioration after a period of improvement.
- Backsliding (noun): A close synonym, especially in religious or moral contexts.
Synonyms
- Backsliding
- Relapse
- Reversion
- Decline
- Failure
Antonyms
- Adherence
- Perseverance
- Progress
- Improvement
Related Phrases
- A lapse in: A temporary failure or slip in a specific area (e.g., ). While "lapse" is used here, "lapsing" describes the ongoing process of such failures.
- To lapse into: To fall or sink into a particular state (e.g., ).
Noun
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a failure to maintain a higher state
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