de- Sentence Examples
- The surgeon used a de-esser to reduce sibilance in the audio recording.
- The company implemented a de-risking strategy to minimize potential losses in volatile markets.
- The de-escalation of tensions between the two nations was a welcome development for global peace.
- The de-emphasis of traditional teaching methods led to the adoption of more interactive learning approaches.
- The government initiated a de-radicalization program to reintegrate former extremists into society.
- The decontamination process involved thorough cleaning and sterilization of the medical equipment.
- The company underwent a restructuring phase that involved a de-centralization of decision-making.
- The de-icing procedure was necessary to remove ice buildup on the airplane's wings before takeoff.
- The de-listing of the endangered species sparked concerns among conservationists.
- The de-fragmentation tool optimized the computer's hard drive for faster performance.
de- Meaning
de- ()
A prefix from Latin de down, from, away; as in debark, decline, decease, deduct, decamp. In words from the French it is equivalent to Latin dis-apart, away; or sometimes to de. Cf. Dis-. It is negative and opposite in derange, deform, destroy, etc. It is intensive in deprave, despoil, declare, desolate, etc.
Synonyms & Antonyms of de-
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FAQs About the word de-
A prefix from Latin de down, from, away; as in debark, decline, decease, deduct, decamp. In words from the French it is equivalent to Latin dis-apart, away; or
No synonyms found.
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The surgeon used a de-esser to reduce sibilance in the audio recording.
The company implemented a de-risking strategy to minimize potential losses in volatile markets.
The de-escalation of tensions between the two nations was a welcome development for global peace.
The de-emphasis of traditional teaching methods led to the adoption of more interactive learning approaches.
