decay

The word “decay” has 2 syllables: de-cay

It's pronounced as /dɪˈkeɪ/

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In the thesaurus, “decay” has 157 synonyms and 73 antonyms.

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Synonyms for decay

noun
1. The process or result of being gradually decomposed.
2. A deterioration of condition; loss of status or fortune.
verb
1. To deteriorate, to get worse, to lose strength or health, to decline in quality.
2. (of organic material) To rot, to go bad.
3. (of an unstable atom) To change by undergoing fission, by emitting radiation, or by capturing or losing one or more electrons.
4. (of a quantum system) To undergo optical decay, that is, to relax to a less excited state, usually by emitting a photon or phonon.
5. Loss of airspeed due to drag.
6. To cause to rot or deteriorate.

The food began to decay after being left out in the heat for too long.
Decay of the old building was evident, with walls crumbling and windows shattered.
The dentist explained that tooth decay can lead to serious dental problems if not treated.
Without proper care, the wood will decay and lose its strength over time.
The scientist studied how certain chemicals could prevent the decay of organic matter.

On this page you'll find 230 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to decay, such as: abate, addle, adulteration, advance, age, ameliorate, ascend.

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