Break down and Restore

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Break down

Break down verb - To go through decomposition.
Usage example: the enamel of a human tooth will begin to break down when exposed to sugar for too long
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Restore is an antonym for break down in topics: demolish, flatten, take apart.

Restore

Restore verb - To bring back to a former condition or vigor.
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Break down is an antonym for restore.
Nearby Words: restored, restoration, restorative, restoring, restorer
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