capsize

/ˈkæpsaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to turn or cause a ship or boat to turn over, often resulting in it sinking

“The storm caused the sailboat to capsize.”

2. noun

the act of a ship or boat turning over, often resulting in it sinking

“The capsize was due to a combination of bad weather and poor navigation.”

3. verb

to become or cause something to become unstable or collapse

“The market was on the verge of capsize due to the economic crisis.”

Synonyms

  • inversion
  • overturn
  • turnover
  • upset

Antonyms

  • rectify
  • right
  • stabilize