What does corrode mean?
Corrode means (transitive) To eat away bit by bit; to wear away or diminish by gradually separating or destroying small particles of, as by action of a strong acid or a caustic alkali..
Corrode
/kəˈɹəʊd/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To eat away bit by bit; to wear away or diminish by gradually separating or destroying small particles of, as by action of a strong acid or a caustic alkali..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To eat away bit by bit; to wear away or diminish by gradually separating or destroying small particles of, as by action of a strong acid or a caustic alkali.
- (transitive) To consume; to wear away; to prey upon; to impair.
- (intransitive) To have corrosive action; to be subject to corrosion.
Example Sentences
My morale is being corroded day by day.
Synonyms for corrode
Antonyms for corrode
Related Words
Word Forms
- corrodes
- corroding
- corroded
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for corrode?
Common synonyms include canker, gnaw, rust, waste.
What is the opposite of corrode?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use corrode in a sentence?
My morale is being corroded day by day.
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