verb
1.
Synonyms: analyze , anatomize, break down, decompound, dissect, resolve
Contrasted words: combine, join, link, write; synthesize, unify; amalgamate, merge, mix
Antonyms: compound
2.
Synonyms: decay , break down, crumble, disintegrate, molder, putrefy, rot, spoil, taint, turn
Related Word: deliquesce, liquefy, melt; break up, dissolve