decompose Meaning & Definition
What Does Decompose Mean?
Decompose is a verb that means To separate or break down (something) into its components. It is also used to mean To rot, decay or putrefy.
Quick Facts About Decompose
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˌdiːkəmˈpəʊz// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | decay, break up and disintegrate |
| Antonyms | assemble |
| Verb forms | decomposes, decomposing, decomposed |
Decompose Definition (Verb)
- To separate or break down (something) into its components.
Various fungi can decompose wood.
- To rot, decay or putrefy.
Plastics can take centuries to decompose.
Verb
- To separate or break down something into its components; to disintegrate or fragment
Synonyms of Decompose
Decompose synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Decompose
Decompose in a Sentence
Various fungi can decompose wood.
Our team decomposed this task into several subtasks that could be successfully distributed.
Plastics can take centuries to decompose.
Word Forms & Grammar
decompose (third-person singular simple present decomposes, present participle decomposing, simple past and past participle decomposed)
Words That Rhyme With Decompose
Origin of Decompose
Borrowed from Middle French décomposer. Equivalent to de- + compose.
Decompose Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of decompose is //ˌdiːkəmˈpəʊz//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Decompose
What part of speech is decompose?
Decompose is a verb.
What is another word for decompose?
You can replace decompose with words such as decay, break up and disintegrate. See the full list of decompose synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of decompose?
The opposite of decompose is assemble.
What is the past tense of decompose?
The past tense of decompose is decomposed. The present participle is decomposing.