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DECOMPOSES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Decomposes.

Decomposes - as a verb

Separate (substances) into constituent elements or parts

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
break downbreak up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
separate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current

Example: "The particles disintegrated during the nuclear fission process"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decaydisintegrate

Break down

Example: "The bodies decomposed in the heat"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
moldermoulderrot
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decay
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"When a plant dies, it decomposes over time."
"If left untreated, food decomposes and produces a foul smell."
"The body of a dead animal decomposes, returning nutrients to the ecosystem."
"Composting is a natural process in which organic waste decomposes into nutrient-rich soil."
"In the absence of oxygen, organic matter decomposes anaerobically."
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Word Game Points

Is DECOMPOSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, decomposes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DECOMPOSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is DECOMPOSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, decomposes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DECOMPOSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is DECOMPOSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, decomposes is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DECOMPOSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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