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corroded

UK
/kəˈrəʊdɪd/
US
/kəˈroʊdɪd/

Translations

corrodedpast participle
UK
/kəˈrəʊ.dɪd/
US
/kəˈroʊ.dɪd/
Functions as a past-participle adjective describing something damaged by corrosion; allows comparison (more/most corroded).
The corroded metal beams posed a significant risk to the structural integrity of the bridge.
Les poutres métalliques corrodées représentaient un risque important pour l’intégrité structurelle du pont.
Additional translations
rouilléS’emploie surtout quand la corrosion est due à la rouille.
Synonyms
eroded
rusted
deteriorated
decayed
damaged
Antonyms
unblemished
intact
pristine
corrodeverb

corroded

Past Simple

corroded
Past Simple
corroded
Past Participle
corroding
Gerund
UK
/kəˈrəʊd/
US
/kəˈroʊd/
corroderSens général : détruire ou détériorer progressivement, notamment par une action chimique.
The acid began to corrode the metal surface over time.
L'acide a commencé à corroder la surface métallique avec le temps.
Additional translations
rongerSens figuré : affaiblir ou miner progressivement.
s'éroderSens : se détériorer ou s'user progressivement, surtout sous l'effet du temps ou des intempéries.
Synonyms
erode
deteriorate
rust
wear away
consume
destroy
degrade
Antonyms
protect
preserve

Definitions

corrodedpast participle
Having been gradually destroyed or weakened by chemical action, especially by rust or oxidation.
The corroded metal beams posed a significant risk to the structural integrity of the bridge.
corrodeverb
To destroy or weaken something gradually, especially by chemical action.
The acid began to corrode the metal surface over time.
To deteriorate or wear away gradually.
The constant exposure to harsh weather conditions can corrode the paint on the building.
To undermine or weaken something gradually.
The scandal served to corrode the public's trust in the government.
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