decay

Definition

  • verb: to be slowly destroyed by natural processes
  • verb: to decline from a sound or prosperous condition
  • synonyms: decline, fail, rot

Examples

  • She wants to restore an old theater that is 'falling into decay'. [=falling into ruin]

  • We're concerned about the 'decay' [='deterioration'] of our public school system.

  • Tomatoes that fall off the vine will 'decay' [='rot'] on the ground.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) on the bathroom wall... # "For a happy ever after, give Fiona a call!" # A sporty carriage to ride in style, Sexy man boy chauffeur, Kyle # Banish your blemishes, tooth decay, Cellulite thighs will fade away # And oh, what the hey! Have a bichon fris'!' # Nip and tuck, here and there (..)
    2004 Shrek 2