Definition and Synonyms for Dissociate

Definition of Dissociate

1. Part; cease or break association with Verb
2. Regard as unconnected Verb
3. To undergo a reversible or temporary breakdown of a molecule into simpler molecules or atoms Verb

dissociation
Noun
derivation
5
1. (chemistry) the temporary or reversible process in which a molecule or ion is broken down into smaller molecules or ions
2. the act of removing from association
3. a state in which some integrated part of a person's life becomes separated from the rest of the personality and functions independently
4. the act of removing from association
5. a state in which some integrated part of a person's life becomes separated from the rest of the personality and functions independently
dissociative
Adjective Satellite
derivation
1
1. tending to produce dissociation
associate
Verb
antonym
1
1. make a logical or causal connection

Words Rhyme with dissociate

Etymology for dissociate