foundering

Definitions

The act of filling with water and sinking, typically referring to a ship.

The process of failing utterly or breaking down, often used in reference to plans, projects, or enterprises.

The condition of a horse suffering from laminitis, causing inflammation and lameness.

Examples

The small boat was foundering in the heavy swells of the storm.

The company is foundering under the weight of its massive debt and poor management.

Synonyms

sinking capsizing failing collapsing struggling submerging floundering

Antonyms

succeeding thriving floating flourishing prospering surviving prevailing