decussate
The word “decussate” has 3 syllables: de-cus-sate
It's pronounced as /ˈdɛkəˌseɪt/
What is synonym and antonym for decussate?
In the thesaurus, “decussate” has 8 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for decussate along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for decussate
- bisect
- criss-cross
- crisscross
- cross
- crosscut
- cut
- cut across
- intersect
Meanings of decussate
- verb
- To form an X or to cross or intersect.
- adjective
- Crossed; intersected; resembling a letter X.
- Having anatomical structures or markings crossing each other, typically in an X shape or at right angles.
- Having opposite leaves arranged alternately at right angles.
- Consisting of two rising and two falling clauses, placed in alternate opposition to each other.
Example Sentences
- In botany, leaves that decussate form a distinctive cross pattern along the stem.
- The fibers in the brainstem decussate, allowing each hemisphere to control the opposite side of the body.
- The arrangement of veins on the leaf appears to decussate at regular intervals.
- Some species exhibit a unique trait where the petals decussate as they bloom.
- The diagram illustrates how the optic nerves decussate at the optic chiasm.
On this page you'll find 8 synonyms or another words to decussate, such as: bisect, criss-cross, crisscross, cross, crosscut, cut, cut across.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.