Synonyms for Decay

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Definition

Decay means to rot or decompose over time.

Synonyms & similar words

dilapidate decompose disintegration decline disintegrate crumble decomposition radioactivedecay rot deteriorate decompose corrode crumble disintegrate spoil ruin perish fade decline weaken degenerate atrophy fragment putrefy

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