comedown

noun
/ˈkʌmˌdaʊn/US

Etymology

A deverbal from come down.

Definitions

  1. A sudden drop to a lower status, condition or level

    A sudden drop to a lower status, condition or level; a disappointment or letdown.

    • He had two subjects of conversation, the shame and come-down of being a tramp, and the best way of getting a free meal.
    • “So how are you getting on at UCL?” said Penny kindly, as if it must be a sorry comedown after Oxford.
  2. A calm, mellow, or depressive period experienced after the (initial) high from taking…

    A calm, mellow, or depressive period experienced after the (initial) high from taking drugs.

The neighborhood

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