break down
definition: to collapse due to fatigue, an illness, or a sudden attack
example: The runner broke down at the end of the race.
speech part: verb
synonyms:
collapse
definition: to separate substances into constituent elements or parts
example: We need to break down this solution.
speech part: verb
synonyms:
break up
definition: to make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of
example: I broke it down into components or essential features.
speech part: verb
definition: to make ineffective
example: Martin Luther King tried to break down racial discrimination.
speech part: verb
synonyms:
definition: to cause to fall or collapse
example: We broke down the chairs after the performance.
speech part: verb
synonyms:
definition: to lose control of one's emotions
example: My teacher broke down in the middle of class.
speech part: verb
synonyms:
snap
definition: to fall apart
example: The car breaks down often.
speech part: verb
synonyms:
tumble