To move downward, typically rapidly and freely without control, from a higher to a lower level. verb
The leaves fall from the trees in autumn.
She tripped and fell down the stairs.
To decrease in amount, value, or quality. verb
The stock prices fell sharply after the announcement.
Temperatures are expected to fall overnight.
To be defeated or overthrown, especially in battle or competition. verb
The fortress fell after a long siege.
The team fell to their rivals in the championship game.
To occur or come at a specified time or place. verb
Her birthday falls on a Saturday this year.
The meeting falls on the first Monday of the month.
To become lower in status, condition, or esteem. verb
He fell from grace after the scandal.
The once-popular actor has fallen out of favor with the public.
A downward movement, typically rapid and uncontrolled. noun
The fall from the ladder left him with a broken arm.
The fall of the empire was a significant historical event.
A decrease in amount, value, or quality. noun
There was a fall in the price of oil.
The fall in temperature was sudden and unexpected.
The season of the year between summer and winter, also known as autumn. noun
Fall is my favorite season because of the colorful leaves.
We went apple picking in the fall.