noun
1.
separation of a whole into its fundamental elements or constituent parts
analysis of a problem
Synonyms: breakdown, breakup, dissection, resolution
Related Word: division, separation; decomposition, disintegration
Contrasted words: combination, union; concatenation, integration, unification
Antonyms: synthesis
2.
Synonyms: examination , audit, checkup, inspection, perlustration, review, scan, scrutiny, survey, view