CORROSION Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

corrosion

noun

kə-ˈrō-zhən

Definition of corrosion

as in erosion

a gradual weakening, loss, or destruction the corrosion of family values that is often brought on by great wealth

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Recent Examples of corrosion Rinse off the knife as soon as you are done to avoid corrosion. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026 Let the vinegar solution sit for three to five minutes to begin lifting grease; use a shorter dwell time (less than a minute) on sensitive materials, such as stainless steel, to avoid corrosion. — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2026 Ti-6Al-4V, the titanium alloy used here, also offers particularly good resistance to seawater corrosion. — New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2026 Mulch holds moisture in the soil, and when organic material is piled directly against the equipment, that moisture can contribute to corrosion. — Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 19 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for corrosion

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erosion

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Amid the strongest El Niño on record and with warming ocean waters helping fuel the activity, California probably will see more coastal erosion, flooding and damage this winter, especially during high tides.

— Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
Significant coastal erosion, caused by several powerful Pacific Ocean storms that raised surf levels and created destructive waves, has triggered a landslide near El Moro Canyon and Crystal Cove State Park.

— Michele Gile, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026

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