DISMEMBERMENT Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

dismemberment

noun

Definition of dismemberment

as in decomposition

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Recent Examples of dismemberment But when looking past the graphic dismemberment and the bolder, bloodier presentation, the game underneath the violence is simply mediocre. — Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 10 Sep. 2026 Capcom is emphasizing deliberate blade-on-blade combat, with precise parries, directional deflects, Issen counterattacks, Reflex Combos, Oni Armaments, Oni Strength, Oni Agility, soul absorption, environmental attacks and dynamic dismemberment. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026 Some threatening messages allegedly alluded to violence and dismemberment, investigators said, according to the Tampa Free Press. — Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026 Jane now wonders what prompted Burke to joke about dismemberment with her. — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2026 Some of the items, prosecutors allege, were used during the dismemberment of the victim. — Jason Kravarik, CNN Money, 25 July 2026 Singer D4vd was back in court Tuesday for a multiday hearing to decide whether there is enough evidence to put him on trial in the killing and dismemberment of a 14-year-old girl who authorities said had threatened to expose their relationship. — Madeline Morrison, NBC news, 22 July 2026 The memory politics of Trianon The dismemberment of Greater Hungary at the end of World War I via the Treaty of Trianon remains the most traumatic blow to the modern Hungarian psyche. — Brett R. Chloupek, The Conversation, 15 July 2026 Instead, the only sign of Social Security in many of these campaigns has been the stale Democratic accusations that Republican candidates are planning a stealth dismemberment of the system. — Jessica Riedl, The Atlantic, 6 July 2026

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Noun

His hands and legs were bound, duct tape covered his face, and his body was burned and showed signs of decomposition, according to the record.

— Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Oct. 2026
Soil organic matter is a rich substance created by the decomposition of the carbon-rich litter layer above it, forming a layer that soil scientists call the O-horizon.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of decomposition

Noun

The home’s size and layout make a subdivision project possible, press materials claim.

— Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2026
Pulte’s six-story proposal will require the Village Board to approve its rezoning and subdivision relief application, which must first gain an endorsement from the Plan Commission.

— Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of subdivision

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In 2007, Spain posted an eBay ad offering to be someone's date to the game, complete with a photo of herself in a Chicago Bears cheerleader costume, cleavage on full display.

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026
At Dior, footwear designer Nina Christen offered up sexy Dior-charmed T-straps and plenty of toe cleavage.

— Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of cleavage

Noun

This severe segmentation can be emotionally draining and erodes commitment to the organization.

— Catherine Bell, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026
However, the success of pivoting often depends on fundamental issues such as inadequate network segmentation or inappropriate trust relationships.

— Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of segmentation

Noun

During assembly or disassembly, the frame can fall, posing risks of impact, crushing and lacerations to customers, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

— Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 25 Sep. 2026
The system can even prioritize certain components during disassembly.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 Aug. 2026

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