Decay and Maturing

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Decay noun - A gradual sinking and wasting away of mind or body.

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Maturing is an antonym for decay.

Nearby Words: decayed, decaying, decadence, decadent

Maturing noun - The process of becoming mature.

Usage example: the maturing of young horses can take several years

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Decay is an antonym for maturing.

Nearby Words: mature, maturity, matured, maturation

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