decompression
The word “decompression” has 4 syllables: de-com-pres-sion
It's pronounced as /ˌdiːkəmˈprɛʃən/
What is synonym and antonym for decompression?
In the thesaurus, “decompression” has 30 synonyms and 9 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for decompression along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for decompression
- calm
- catnapping
- dolce far niente
- dozing
- ease
- idleness
- lazing
- leisure
- napping
- peace
- peacefulness
- placidity
- quiet
- relaxation
- repose
- respite
- rest
- restfulness
- resting
- sereneness
- serenity
- silence
- sleep
- slumber
- slumbering
- snoozing
- stillness
- tranquility
- tranquillity
- tranquilness
Antonyms for decompression
- exertion
- labor
- pressure
- strain
- stress
- tenseness
- tension
- toil
- work
Meanings of decompression
- noun
- The process of decompressing.
- The restoration to atmospheric pressure of a person who has spent time under higher pressure (such as a diver).
- Mode of operation of some internal combustion engines that makes them easier to start, but significantly increases fuel consumption.
- The relief of pressure on a body part by surgery.
Example Sentences
- The diver entered a decompression chamber after surfacing.
- Taking a walk is a great decompression method after a stressful day.
- The file needs decompression before it can be opened.
- Rapid decompression of the cabin can be extremely dangerous.
- The spa offered a decompression package for weekend visitors.
On this page you'll find 39 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to decompression, such as: calm, catnapping, dolce far niente, dozing, ease, exertion, idleness.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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- decompression
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- dolce far niente
- dormancy
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