What does deconstruct mean?
Deconstruct means (transitive, often figurative) To break something down into its component parts..
Deconstruct
/diːkənˈstɹʌkt/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive, often figurative) To break something down into its component parts..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive, often figurative) To break something down into its component parts.
- (transitive) To analyse in terms of deconstruction (a philosophical theory of textual criticism).
- (transitive) To analyse in general.
- (transitive) To critique.
- (transitive, cooking) To prepare (a dish) in an experimental way that presents the core ingredients separately.
- (transitive, especially US sports) To destroy.
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Antonyms for deconstruct
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Word Forms
- deconstructs
- deconstructing
- deconstructed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for deconstruct?
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What is the opposite of deconstruct?
Possible antonyms include construct, reconstruct.
How do you use deconstruct in a sentence?
Use deconstruct where its definition matches the intended context.
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