Decarbonylate is a scientific term that is used to describe a process in which the carbonyl group is removed from an organic compound. There are several synonyms for decarbonylate, including decarboxylate, dehydrate, denature, and deaminate. Decarboxylation is the process of removing the carboxyl group from a compound. Dehydration is the process of removing water from a compound. Denaturation is when a molecule loses its natural shape and activity due to changes in the environment. Deamination is the process of removing an amino group from a compound. These terms are often used interchangeably in organic chemistry and biochemistry to describe chemical reactions and processes.