DISCONNECT Synonyms: 84 Similar and Opposite Words

disconnect

verb

ˌdis-kə-ˈnekt

Definition of disconnect

as in to divide

to set or force apart disconnected the two parts of the light fixture

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Recent Examples of disconnect Brown agrees and explains how cold-looking kitchens are often disconnected from nature, which is why people are prioritizing more organic elements. — Jane Kim, The Spruce, 30 June 2026 Its argument is that humanities departments have become overly specialized, politicized, and disconnected from the goal of imparting a common body of historical knowledge. — Ann Manov, Harpers Magazine, 30 June 2026 Many who died had air conditioning, but it was disconnected or turned off. — Swasti Singhai, USA Today, 30 June 2026 If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for disconnect

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The revelation has divided Jefferson descendants for decades.

— Briana Stewart, ABC News, 4 July 2026
The sale sees the property divided into three lots with two buildable, giving the opportunity to create a treasurable family compound in rural seclusion just a 30-minute drive from the island’s main towns.

— Nielsen Dinwoodie, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

Definition of divide

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This is not Copenhagen, which has wide boulevards where vehicles and bikes can be easily separated.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
The film tells the story of the tender yet destructive friendship between two 13-year-old boys who run away when they are threatened with being separated.

— Alissa Simon, Variety, 4 July 2026

Definition of separate

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In August, the five-person court split along party lines to meet once a month instead of twice a month.

— Rachel Royster July 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026
In the future, should both formats reach 20 submissions in the same year, the Television Academy will automatically split the categories into two again.

— Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026

Definition of split

Verb

The Declaration of Independence was about severing the chains of a British monarchy and creating a government powered by the people with checks and balances.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
The Vatican said the consecrations, carried out without the pope’s approval and therefore in conflict with Catholic law, constituted a schismatic act that severed the society’s communion with Rome.

— Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026

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