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decay
Definition
(noun) the process of gradually becoming inferior
Definition
(noun) a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current
Synonyms
:
decline
Definition
(noun) the organic phenomenon of rotting
Synonyms
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decomposition
Definition
(noun) an inferior state resulting from the process of decaying
Example Sentence
the corpse was in an advanced state of decay
the house had fallen into a serious state of decay and disrepair
Definition
(noun) the spontaneous disintegration of a radioactive substance along with the emission of ionizing radiation
Synonyms
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disintegration
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radioactive decay
Definition
(verb) lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current
Synonyms
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decompose
,
disintegrate
Example Sentence
the particles disintegrated during the nuclear fission process
Definition
(verb) fall into decay or ruin
Synonyms
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crumble
,
dilapidate
Example Sentence
The unoccupied house started to decay
Definition
(verb) undergo decay or decomposition
Example Sentence
The body started to decay and needed to be cremated
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text: in radioactive decay.
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