slump meaning and definition

SLUMP noun

Definition of slump (noun)

1. a noticeable deterioration in performance or quality
   • "the team went into a slump"; "a gradual slack in output"; "a drop-off in attendance"; "a falloff in quality"
   • synonyms: drop-off, falling off, falloff, slack
2. a long-term economic state characterized by unemployment and low prices and low levels of trade and investment
   • synonyms: depression, economic crisis

SLUMP verb

Definition of slump (verb)

1. assume a drooping posture or carriage
   • synonyms: slouch
2. fall or sink heavily
   • "He slumped onto the couch"; "My spirits sank"
   • synonyms: sink, slide down
3. fall heavily or suddenly; decline markedly
   • "The real estate market fell off"
   • synonyms: fall off, sink
4. go down in value
   • "the stock market corrected"; "prices slumped"
   • synonyms: correct, decline