Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
decay
verb/noun
/dɪˈkeɪ/
Definition
The process of decomposition or the degradation of matter.
Examples
- The fruit began to decay after being left out for too long.
- The building showed signs of decay after years of neglect.
- As time passes, organic materials inevitably decay.
Meaning
Decay refers to the gradual breakdown or decline of something, often due to natural processes.
Synonyms
- decompose
- rot
- waste away
- deteriorate
- erode
