Unmaking: meaning, definitions and examples
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unmaking
[ ʌnˈmeɪkɪŋ ]
undoing process
Unmaking refers to the act of reversing or taking apart something that has been made or constructed. This term often implies a dismantling of ideas, objects, or systems that were previously established. It can be used in various contexts, including art, literature, and personal experiences, where the intent is to break down or deconstruct something to its original state or to a condition prior to its creation. Unmaking is a powerful concept as it challenges the permanence of creation and invites reconsideration of what has been built.
Synonyms
deconstruction, demolition, disassembly, dismantling, undoing
Examples of usage
- The artist focuses on unmaking traditional forms.
- He found catharsis in the unmaking of past relationships.
- The story revolves around the unmaking of societal norms.
- The architect emphasizes the unmaking of outdated structures.
Translations
Translations of the word "unmaking" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desfazer
🇮🇳 नष्ट करना
🇩🇪 Rückgängigmachen
🇮🇩 membongkar
🇺🇦 скасування
🇵🇱 unmaking
🇯🇵 解体する
🇫🇷 défaire
🇪🇸 deshacer
🇹🇷 geri alma
🇰🇷 해체
🇸🇦 إلغاء
🇨🇿 zrušení
🇸🇰 zrušenie
🇨🇳 解除
🇸🇮 razveljavitev
🇮🇸 aftengja
🇰🇿 жою
🇬🇪 გაუქმება
🇦🇿 ləğv etmək
🇲🇽 deshacer
Etymology
The term 'unmaking' is derived from the prefix 'un-', which signifies negation or reversal, combined with the word 'making', which means the process of creating or building something. The prefix 'un-' has roots in Old English, where it was used to indicate the opposite of a given action or state. 'Making' originates from the Old English term 'macian', which means to construct or create. The combination of these elements forms 'unmaking', capturing the essence of reversing or taking apart what was once made. The concept has evolved in contemporary usage, especially in artistic and philosophical contexts, where it is often associated with critical examination of established norms and deconstructive practices.