deconstruction
Translation
deconstruction
Examples
The book is a deconstruction of modern myths.
The book is a deconstruction of modern myths.
The deconstruction of the old bridge took weeks.
The deconstruction of the old bridge took weeks.
Grammar Patterns
((deconstruction of sth.)) the analysis or breaking down of (sth.) The deconstruction of the argument was thorough.
Similar Words
Synonyms: analysis, breakdown; Antonyms: construction, synthesis
Etymology
From the prefix 'de-' (undo, reverse) + 'construction' (building). Literally, the 'un-building' or taking apart of something.
Memory Tips
Think of taking apart a complex machine piece by piece to understand how it works. You are 'de-constructing' it.