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DECOMPRESS

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Decompress.

Decompress - as a verb

Restore to its uncompressed form

Example: "Decompress data"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
uncompress
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
compress

Decrease the pressure of

Example: "Depressurize the cabin in the air plane"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
depressurisedepressurize
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
adjustcorrectset
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Become less tense, rest, or take one's ease

Example: "He relaxed in the hot tub"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
loosen uprelaxslow downunbendunwind
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change stateturn
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"After a long day at work, I like to decompress by listening to calming music."
"Yoga helps me decompress and relax my mind."
"Taking a hot bath helps me decompress and unwind."
"I decided to go for a walk in nature to decompress from the stress of the city."
"Reading a book before bed helps me decompress and prepare for sleep."
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Word Game Points

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

DECOMPRESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

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

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

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