unmake

/ʌnˈmeɪk/

Definitions

1. verb

to take apart or disassemble something; to reverse or cancel a decision or action

“The repair crew had to unmake the entire structure to install a new part.”

2. noun

the act of taking apart or disassembling something

“The unmaking of the old machine was a complex process.”

Synonyms

  • demolish
  • disassemble
  • disintegrate

Antonyms

  • assemble
  • construct