Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

decompensate

verb

/ˌdiːˈkɒm.pən.seɪt/

Definition

To lose the ability to maintain function or balance when faced with stress or demands.

Examples

The patient may decompensate if their medication is not adjusted properly.
When faced with additional stress, he began to decompensate and struggled to cope.

Meaning

Decompensate refers to a situation where a person or system fails to compensate for an adverse condition or stress, leading to a decline in performance or health.