Decay

Meaning

the process of rotting or decomposing; gradual decline or deterioration

The process of rotting or decomposition; to decline in quality or strength.

Example Sentences

The old building showed signs of decay after years of neglect.

The abandoned house slowly began to decay.

Example Expressions

tooth decay

Synonyms

deterioration, rot, decomposition, decline, spoil, decompose, deteriorate

Entry 1

deterioration, rot, decomposition, decline

Entry 2

rot, spoil, decompose, deteriorate, decline

Antonyms

growth, improvement, preservation, renewal, grow, flourish, improve

Entry 1

growth, improvement, preservation, renewal

Entry 2

grow, flourish, improve

Collocations

tooth decay, urban decay, prevent decay, decay process, rapid decay, slow decay

Entry 1

tooth decay, urban decay, prevent decay

Entry 2

decay process, tooth decay, rapid decay, slow decay