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decompor

[deh-kohm-pohr]
verb
to decompose
1. to break down into constituent parts or elements
The chemist will decompose the compound into its basic elements.
O químico irá decompor o composto em seus elementos básicos.
2. to rot or decay, especially of organic matter
The dead leaves decompose on the forest floor.
As folhas mortas se decompõem no chão da floresta.
3. to disrupt or disturb the composure of someone
The bad news seemed to decompose her usual calm demeanor.
A má notícia pareceu decompor seu comportamento calmo usual.
Synonyms
desintegrardegradarapodrecerputrefazerseparardividirdesagregar
Antonyms
comporintegraruniragruparconservar

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
decompor
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
decompor
Standard usage in Portugal; may also use 'descompor' in informal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

decompor-se em lágrimas (to break down in tears)
decompor o clima (to ruin the atmosphere or mood)
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