The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word LYSIS
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What does LYSIS mean?
LYSIS noun- A gradual recovery from disease (opposed to crisis).
- The disintegration or destruction of cells
- The breakdown of molecules into constituent molecules
- A plinth or step above the cornice of the podium in an ancient temple.