decouple

verb

de·​cou·​ple (ˌ)dē-ˈkə-pəl 

decoupled; decoupling; decouples

transitive verb

: to eliminate the interrelationship of : separate

Synonyms of decouple

• separate
• divide
• split
• disconnect
• uncouple
• sever

Examples of decouple in a Sentence

to have a fruitful discussion, we need to decouple fact from opinion

Recent Examples on the Web

As Western automakers push to decouple from restricted markets, a stable regional supply is critical. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Nov. 2026

But a disproportionate focus on manufacturing and technology cannot increase productivity or wages if those investments are decoupled from the needs of the market and trends in aggregate final demand. — Oliver Melton, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2026

For the investor whose consumer-sentiment thesis has decoupled from consumer-spending. — Stephen Messer, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2026

And its separation from Starz has been viewed by analysts as a way to decouple its fortunes from the flagging TV business, while also positioning itself as an attractive target for a potential buyer. — Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for decouple

• couple
• supple
• thermocouple
• uncouple