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    Ramshackle

    falling apart; in deplorable condition

    Ramshackle in a sentence

    The ramshackle building looked like it would collapse at any moment.

    Synonyms for ramshackle

    • decrepit
    • dilapidated
    • rickety

    Antonyms for ramshackle

    • sturdy
    • solid
    • well-maintained

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