as in to analyze
to identify and examine the basic elements or parts of (something) especially for discovering interrelationships
deconstructing the economic theories of John Maynard Keynes
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of deconstruct
Clooney, playing such a direct variation on himself, does an expert job of showing us celebrity from the inside out, deconstructing the very notion of stardom.
—
Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
The model deconstructed each TIME cover, extracting data on thematic and historic context, and using this data as a prompt.
—Tharin Pillay, Time, 28 Aug. 2025
At the end — Sept 1, at least in the Nevada desert — the city gets deconstructed and wiped from the face of the planet.
—Gina Park, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2025
In recent years, many hotels have embraced deconstructed bathroom designs in an effort to create the illusion of more space.
—Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 22 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for deconstruct
Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
The model deconstructed each TIME cover, extracting data on thematic and historic context, and using this data as a prompt.
—Tharin Pillay, Time, 28 Aug. 2025
At the end — Sept 1, at least in the Nevada desert — the city gets deconstructed and wiped from the face of the planet.
—Gina Park, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2025
In recent years, many hotels have embraced deconstructed bathroom designs in an effort to create the illusion of more space.
—Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 22 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for deconstruct
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deconstruct
Verb
-
Once considered a cornerstone of learning, the ability to analyze, evaluate, and discern information has been replaced by an overreliance on quick answers.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
-
This article was generated by the Bay Area Home Report Bot, software that analyzes home sales or other data and creates an article based on a template created by humans.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
The films are succinctly dissected, too.—
Michael Taube,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
-
That’s partly why next week’s Fed policy meeting will be even more closely dissected than usual.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
Fashion and sociology experts say that, when examining the significance of any bold fashion statement such as Robbie's, context plays an important role.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
-
This fall, the Louis Vuitton men’s creative director examines the transatlantic cultural exchange that was central to classic collegiate style, marrying rowing aesthetics with dandyism.—
Naomi Rougeau,
Robb Report,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
Asia-Pacific markets meanwhile rose overnight, as investors assessed August inflation data out of China.—
Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
-
Asked whether Marquette is considering expanding the unit's reach in the wake of the crash, university spokesperson Kevin Conway said its effectiveness and use is being assessed and discussed.—
Kelly Meyerhofer,
jsonline.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Deconstruct.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deconstruct. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share