What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
crumbling
Example
The old building was slowly crumbling to the ground. [crumbling: verb]
Example
The cookie was so dry that it started crumbling in my hand. [crumbling: present participle]
disintegrating
Example
The tablet was disintegrating in the water. [disintegrating: present participle]
Example
The company was disintegrating due to poor management. [disintegrating: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Crumbling is more commonly used than disintegrating in everyday language. Crumbling is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while disintegrating is less common and has a more specific usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between crumbling and disintegrating?
Both crumbling and disintegrating are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
