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decomposition

Divide decomposition into syllables:

de · com · po · si · tion

How to pronounce decomposition:

Synonyms for decomposition:

corruptionrottingdecayrotdisintegrationperishingbreakdown

Antonyms for decomposition:

risebuildingdevelopmentcombinationmoralityconnectionascentconstructionimprovement

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