Synonyms for

Divides

Verb / dɪˈvaɪdz / Another word for divides — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To separate or split into equal parts.

Synonyms & similar words

part split watershed separate fraction splitup disunite unite divide dissever multiply waterparting carveup separates splits cuts partitions segments apportions allocates distributes shares subdivides sections divvies dissects bisects halves quarters cleaves chops

Synonyms by register

Formal

separates partitions distributes allocates

Informal

splits breaks up cuts shares

Literary

cleaves sunders

Antonyms

unites joins combines merges connects integrates amalgamates

Common collocations

  • divides the land
  • divides the group
  • divides the spoils
  • divides the pie
  • divides opinion
  • divides the atom
  • divides the river

Word family

noun division
verb divide
adjective divisible
adverb divisively

Usage note

The verb 'divides' can refer to physical separation or to creating disagreement. Be mindful of the context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. She divides her toys into two piles.
  2. The teacher divides the class into groups.
  3. He divides his time between work and family.
  4. The company divides the profits among its employees.
  5. She divides the cake into six equal slices.

Quotes

  • The love of one's country is a splendid thing. But why should love stop at the border? —Pablo Casals
  • It is easier to lead men to combat, stirring up their passion, than to restrain them and direct them toward the patient labors of peace. —Andre Gide
  • The United States is a nation of laws: badly written and randomly enforced. —Frank Zappa

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