collapse

col-lapse

noun

A sudden falling down or inwards of a structure, system, or person's health.

"The bridge's collapse caused major traffic delays."

verb

To suddenly fall down or inwards, often due to weakness or damage.

"The old building might collapse any moment."

Thesaurus

Synonyms: crack up, crock up, crack, break up, crash, prostration, crumple, tumble, crumble, break down, give, fall in