corrosion

cor·ro·sion

noun \kə-ˈrō-zhən\

Definition of CORROSION

1

: the action, process, or effect of corroding

2

: a product of corroding

Examples of CORROSION

1. <the corrosion of family values that is often brought on by great wealth>

Origin of CORROSION

Middle English, from Late Latin corrosion-, corrosio act of gnawing, from Latin corrodere

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to CORROSION

Synonyms: attrition, erosion, undermining, waste

Antonyms: buildup

Related Words: breakdown, decay, decomposition, disintegration, dissolution

Near Antonyms: gain, increase

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Rhymes with CORROSION

displosion, erosion, explosion, implosion