EROSIONS Synonyms: 11 Similar and Opposite Words

erosions

noun

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plural of erosion

as in corrosions

a gradual weakening, loss, or destruction the erosion of the banks along the river worries flood experts

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Recent Examples of erosions He’s known for building intentional cracks and erosions into his works, which often reveal an interior geology of materials like crystals or gears, and more recently, labyrinth staircases populated with small figures, not unlike a surreal antique dollhouse. —

Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 11 Mar. 2026 These erosions leak into other areas of law. —

Emily Galvin Almanza, Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026 Rivals Fox News Channel and CNN are seen experiencing similar erosions in that period. —

Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Feb. 2025 Erosive gastritis develops when inflammation damages the stomach lining, leading to ulcers (open sores) and shallow breaks (erosions). —

Lindsay Curtis, Health, 22 Nov. 2024 Scholars have noted that the backsliding of democracy around the world may lead to further erosions of reproductive rights. —

Nina Brooks, Foreign Affairs, 16 June 2022

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breakdowns

Noun

The Trojans also lost to Nebraska, Oregon and Ohio State due to second-half breakdowns during the current losing streak.

— Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
The plant had racked up years of cost overruns and technical breakdowns.

— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026