DISSOCIATION Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

dissociation

noun

Definition of dissociation

as in dissolution

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Recent Examples of dissociation There’s a kind of dissociation. — Ben Croll, IndieWire, 12 May 2026 Premium pricing, terrible range, little-to-no charging infrastructure, and a complete dissociation with the Harley identity were all contributing factors. — New Atlas, 24 Feb. 2026 Morrison dramatizes how the psychological toll is one of anxiety, depression, and even extreme dissociation. — Doni Wilson, Houston Chronicle, 26 Jan. 2026 Trauma can manifest as dissociation, flat affect, or frantic behavior, while abusers may appear calm and credible. — Stephen Martin, Oklahoma Watch, 13 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dissociation

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As for crypto, 83 House Democrats embarrassingly joined the Republicans to pass the CLARITY Act that would preside over the dissolution of financial protections for the American bank and retirement fund user.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 10 July 2026
Decertification of the union would lead to the dissolution of the contract, which currently sets pay, benefits and workplace rules for employees.

— Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026

Definition of dissolution

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The 45-second clip features Oasis’ rowdy crowds and hints at rehearsal footage as Noel and Liam Gallagher talk about their reunion years after Oasis’ acrimonious breakup.

— Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 4 July 2026
The track is about cautiously opening yourself up to a new relationship after a painful breakup, finding comfort in someone who appreciates the very qualities a former partner criticized.

— Jane LaCroix, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

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As assimilation and disaffiliation have transformed the community, more observant populations have taken on a larger role.

— Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
The vision, centered on spreading the gospel to others, comes at a moment when church apathy and disaffiliation is on the rise across the nation, Martin said.

— Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 26 Feb. 2026

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