Synonyms for decomposition

Synonyms for (noun) decomposition

Synonyms: vector decomposition, decomposition

Definition: the analysis of a vector field

Similar words: vector algebra

Definition: the part of algebra that deals with the theory of vectors and vector spaces


Synonyms: decay, decomposition

Definition: the organic phenomenon of rotting

Similar words: organic phenomenon

Definition: (biology) a natural phenomenon involving living plants and animals


Synonyms: decomposition, putrefaction, rot, rotting

Definition: (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action

Similar words: decay

Definition: the process of gradually becoming inferior


Synonyms: decomposition, decomposition reaction, chemical decomposition reaction

Definition: (chemistry) separation of a substance into two or more substances that may differ from each other and from the original substance

Similar words: chemical reaction, reaction

Definition: (chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others

Usage: there was a chemical reaction of the lime with the ground water


Synonyms: decomposition, disintegration

Definition: in a decomposed state

Similar words: decay

Definition: an inferior state resulting from the process of decaying

Usage: the corpse was in an advanced state of decay; the house had fallen into a serious state of decay and disrepair


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