Synonyms of separations

separations

noun

plural of separation

1

as in dissolutions

the act or process of a whole separating into two or more parts or pieces

the separation of Norway and Sweden into two independent nations in 1905

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dissolutions
• splits
• breakups
• partitions
• divisions
• schisms
• fractionations
• cleavages
• scissions
• dispersions
• bifurcations
• decompositions
• dispersals
• divorces
• fractionalizations
• polarizations
• distributions
• segregations
• ruptures
• subdivisions
• disunions
• severances
• segmentations
• diffusions
• isolations
• breaches
• dismemberments
• administrations
• sequestrations
• apportionments
• seclusions
• scatterings
• disassemblies
• dichotomizations
• atomizations

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unions
• associations
• unifications
• connections
• linkages
• assemblages
• attachments
• links
• conjunctions
• combinations
• consolidations
• aggregations
• fusions
• linkups

2

as in divergencies

a movement in different directions away from a common point

a sudden separation of the herd of deer when they were startled

Synonyms & Similar Words

• divergencies
• divergences
• differences
• diversities
• discrepancies
• disparities
• bifurcations
• partings of the ways
• dissimilarities
• divarications
• disagreements
• distinctions
• dissidences

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• agreements
• convergences
• similarities
• accords
• likenesses

3

as in gaps

an open space in a barrier (as a wall or hedge)

the narrow separation between posts in the fence

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gaps
• holes
• intervals
• crevices
• discontinuities
• rifts
• openings
• voids
• fissures
• cracks
• interstices
• rents
• breaches
• hiatuses
• breaks
• gulfs
• slits
• fractures
• splits
• clefts
• cavities
• slots
• interspaces
• pores
• apertures
• crannies
• chasms
• ruptures
• orifices
• notches
• chinks
• severances
• abysses
• gapes

4

as in farewells

the act or process of two or more persons going off in different directions

friends who dreaded the inevitable separation after graduation

Synonyms & Similar Words

• farewells
• departures
• flights
• partings
• withdrawals
• leave-takings
• exoduses
• desertions
• goings
• exits
• egresses
• abandonments
• decampments

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reunions
• arrivals
• greetings
• meetings
• salutations
• gatherings
• welcomes
• joinings

5

as in dividers

something that divides, separates, or marks off

a filing cabinet with lots of adjustable separations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dividers
• fences
• walls
• partitions
• separators
• barriers
• divisions
• boundaries
• borders
• limits

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of separations

Under the new grant, Caravel plans to expand its platform to additional enzyme classes for existing customers and work toward pilot deployments in applications including DNA synthesis, carbon capture and rare earth separations. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026

The study covered 19 major separations involving 29 resulting companies. — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2026

But others criticized the tactics used and family separations. — Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 19 Oct. 2026

Other studies found that multiple parental deployments and longer parental separations affected children negatively. — Nikki R Wooten, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2026

The goal is to manufacture large-area membranes that can perform highly selective separations under practical operating conditions. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Oct. 2026

In 2022, the university had about 367 less permanent faculty than the previous year, both due to fewer hires and more separations. — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 6 Oct. 2026

Past waves of corporate separations were mostly about repairing the balance sheet, companies selling assets to service debt. — Sami Nomair, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026

At the same time, Whitney Rose and Angie Katsanevas are confronting major changes following their separations from their husbands in July. — Sophie Dunne, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026