debug

The word “debug” has 2 syllables: de-bug

It's pronounced as /diːˈbʌɡ/


What is synonym and antonym for debug?

In the thesaurus, “debug” has 5 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for debug along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for debug

  • amend
  • correct
  • reform
  • remedy
  • rewrite

Antonyms for debug

  • damage
  • harm
  • hurt
  • impair
  • injure
  • spoil

Meanings of debug

  • noun
    1. The action, or a session, of reviewing source code to find and eliminate errors.
  • verb
    1. To search for and eliminate malfunctioning elements or errors in something, especially a computer program or machinery.
    2. To remove a hidden electronic surveillance device from (somewhere).
    3. To remove insects from (somewhere), especially lice.

Example Sentences

  • The programmer spent hours trying to debug the software.
  • I need to debug this code before it can be released.
  • She used a special tool to debug the application and fix the errors.
  • The team is working to debug the new feature before the launch.
  • He had to debug his project after several bugs were discovered during testing.

On this page you'll find 11 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to debug, such as: amend, correct, damage, harm, hurt, impair, injure.

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