Synonyms for

Corroded

Verb / kɜ:ˈəʊdɪd / Another word for corroded — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'corroded' is the past tense of the verb 'corrode', which means to gradually destroy or deteriorate through chemical reactions, especially due to oxidation.

Synonyms & similar words

corrode eat rust eroded deteriorated decayed rusted oxidized dissolved disintegrated wasted deteriorated crumbled decomposed discolored spoiled ravaged consumed weathered weakened

Example sentences

  1. 1. The old car had corroded parts that needed to be replaced.
  2. 2. The metal fence was corroded by the salty ocean air.
  3. 3. The ancient statue was corroded by years of exposure to the elements.
  4. 4. The battery in the remote control had corroded, so it no longer worked.
  5. 5. The pipes in the old house had corroded and caused a leak.

Quotes

  • 1. "Time corrodes all things, but memories remain." - Unknown
  • 2. "Like rust, envy corrodes slowly." - Napoleon Bonaparte
  • 3. "Anger is an acid that can do more harm to the vessel in which it is stored than to anything on which it is poured." - Mark Twain

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