disintegration meaning and definition

DISINTEGRATION noun

Definition of disintegration (noun)

1. in a decomposed state
   • synonyms: decomposition
2. a loss (or serious disruption) of organization in some system
   • "a disintegration of personality"
3. separation into component parts
   • synonyms: dissolution
4. the spontaneous disintegration of a radioactive substance along with the emission of ionizing radiation
   • synonyms: decay, radioactive decay
5. total destruction
   • "bomb tests resulted in the annihilation of the atoll"
   • synonyms: annihilation