decay
//dɪˈkeɪ//
Noun
decaySingular
1
The process of rotting or decomposition of organic matter.
The decay of fallen leaves enriches the soil.
2
A gradual decline in quality, strength, or condition.
The decay of the old building was evident in its crumbling walls.
3
The disintegration of radioactive substances over time.
Scientists measured the decay of uranium in the rock samples.
Antonym
Verb
decayInfinitive
decayPresent tense
decayedPast tense
decayedPast participle
decayingPresent participle
decaysThird-person singular
1
To rot or decompose through the action of bacteria and fungi.
The fallen leaves decay and become part of the soil.
2
To decline gradually in quality, power, or vitality.
The old empire slowly decayed over the centuries.
3
To undergo radioactive disintegration.
Uranium atoms decay over millions of years.