Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

anatomize

verb
/əˈnæt.ə.maɪz/
Definition
To dissect or analyze something in detail, especially in order to understand its structure or function.
Examples
  • The scientist decided to anatomize the cells to better understand their functions.
  • In her lecture, she anatomized the poem, exploring its themes and literary devices.
  • The biologist will anatomize the organism to gather data for her research.
Meaning
The act of breaking down and studying the components of something, often used in a biological context, but can also apply to analyzing ideas or concepts.
Synonyms
  • dismember
  • dissect
  • analyse
  • deconstruct
  • break down