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Synonyms & Similar Words
crumbling
deteriorating
decomposing
fragmenting
breaking
collapsing
dissolving
eroding
crumbling
fracturing
shattering
splintering
dissolving
falling apart
coming undone
unraveling
decaying
rotting
putrefying
corrupting
spoiling
perishing
dying
withering
fading
disassembling
demolishing
destroying
annihilating
extinguishing
obliterating
abolishing
dismantling
demolishing
Meaning of Disintegrating
The primary meaning of "Disintegrating" is the process of something breaking or separating into smaller parts, often due to a loss of cohesion or external forces.
Definitions
- Disintegrating refers to the act or process of something breaking apart or coming to pieces, often as a result of external forces or internal weaknesses.
- * It can also describe a situation where something is losing its unity, coherence, or effectiveness, leading to a state of disorder or chaos.
Etymology of Disintegrating
The word "Disintegrating" originates from the Latin words "dis" meaning "opposite of" or "not", and "integrare" meaning "to make whole" or "to renew".
Historically, the term has been used to describe physical, social, or moral decay, and its usage has evolved over time to encompass a broader range of contexts, including science, philosophy, and everyday language.
Example Uses
- The ancient temple was disintegrating due to centuries of exposure to the elements.
- * The team's morale was disintegrating after a series of consecutive losses.
- * The disintegrating relationship between the two countries was causing concern among diplomats.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
integrating
unifying
consolidating
strengthening
solidifying
coalescing
merging
fusing
bonding
uniting
joining
combining
assembling
reconstructing
restoring
revitalizing
renewing
rejuvenating
mending
healing
preserving