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apart

adverb

Synonyms and Antonyms of apart

into parts or pieces

  • the fancy new adjustable rake came apart the first time I tried to use it
Synonyms of apart

asunder, piecemeal
Phrases Synonymous with apart

to pieces
Antonyms of apart

together

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