Unmaking

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈmæk/

Unmaking (verb)

  1. To change something so that its previous state or result no longer exists.
  2. To break something down so thoroughly that it cannot be used or repaired.
  3. To cause something to stop existing, especially something made or created.

Examples

  • The editor unmade the mistake with a quick correction.
  • The new policy unmade the earlier decision for many workers.