deconstruction

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌdiːkənˈstrʌkʃən/

Definition

The act of taking something apart, especially to understand its structure or to analyze its hidden meanings.

Examples

• The deconstruction of the abandoned warehouse took several weeks of manual labor.

• Her essay offers a brilliant deconstruction of the themes found in classic fairy tales.

• The company announced the deconstruction of its outdated manufacturing plant to make room for a modern facility.

How to Use deconstruction

deconstruction of (collocation)

the process of taking apart a specific object or idea — "The deconstruction of the old bridge was completed ahead of schedule."

undergo deconstruction (collocation)

to be in the process of being taken apart — "The historic building will undergo deconstruction to preserve its original materials."

Synonyms of deconstruction

Words with a similar meaning to deconstruction:

• dismantling
• disassembly
• analysis
• demolition

Antonyms of deconstruction

Words with the opposite meaning to deconstruction:

• construction
• assembly

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