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to disintegrate
01
to break or lose structure and unity over time
Intransitive
Example
The ancient ruins started to disintegrate due to exposure to the elements.
Extreme heat can cause certain materials to disintegrate, especially under stress.
When exposed to moisture, some types of food may disintegrate and become inedible.
02
to break down or fragment into constituent components due to various forces or interactions
Intransitive
Example
Over time, the unstable nucleus of the radioactive atom disintegrated, emitting radiation.
Under intense gravitational forces, the star began to disintegrate, forming a black hole.
The intense magnetic field caused the metallic structure to disintegrate into charged particles.
03
to cause an object or substance to undergo a process of fragmentation or breakdown
Transitive: to disintegrate an object or substance
Example
The bacteria in the compost pile efficiently disintegrated the organic matter.
The acid 's corrosive properties were so strong that it could disintegrate metal.
The powerful explosives were designed to disintegrate the solid rock, blasting it into smaller fragments.
Example
The ancient ruins started to disintegrate due to exposure to the elements.
Extreme heat can cause certain materials to disintegrate, especially under stress.
When exposed to moisture, some types of food may disintegrate and become inedible.
The neglected relationship began to disintegrate as communication broke down.
Over time, the old paper began to disintegrate, turning into fragile fragments.
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