DISINTEGRATES Synonyms: 105 Similar and Opposite Words

disintegrates

verb

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present tense third-person singular of disintegrate

as in decomposes

to go through decomposition fallen leaves slowly disintegrate over the course of the winter

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as in grinds

to reduce to fine particles modern air pollution is gradually disintegrating the ancient temple's irreplaceable friezes

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as in disrupts

to cause to separate into pieces usually suddenly or forcibly a tornado disintegrated the building in a matter of seconds

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Seeley suggests that work stress and worry over how to find the right work-life balance can ultimately have a negative impact on sleep, adding that a cycle often happens when, over time, prolonged sleep deprivation disrupts circadian rhythm, negatively affecting your physical and mental health.

Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
However, if your body is under chronic stress, your cortisol levels will remain high for long periods, which disrupts the body’s ability to cope with and manage stress.

Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024

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