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Divisions

Noun / dɪˈvɪʒʌnz / Another word for divisions — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Divisions means the act of dividing something into parts, or the parts that something is divided into.

Synonyms & similar words

variance sectionalization segmentation section partition partitioning sectionalisation part class division separation partition segmentation subdivision department category class grouping branch section compartment zone area territory province district county state region part

Synonyms by register

Formal

partitions segments sections compartments

Informal

parts pieces splits breaks

Literary

schisms cleavages fractures

Antonyms

unity agreement harmony cohesion union solidarity concord

Common collocations

  • military divisions
  • company divisions
  • population divisions
  • age divisions
  • divisions of opinion
  • divisions of labor
  • school divisions
  • judicial divisions

Word family

noun division
verb divide
adjective divisional
adverb divisively

Usage note

The word 'divisions' can refer to literal separations or abstract disagreements. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

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Example sentences

  1. The pizza was cut into six divisions.
  2. The map showed the divisions of the city into different neighborhoods.
  3. The company has several divisions that focus on different products and services.
  4. The football league has two divisions: the A division and the B division.
  5. The math problem had five divisions that needed to be solved in order.

Quotes

  • Divisions are the wounds of the Church.
  • Divisions among Christians have retarded the progress of Christianity.
  • Divisions of the kind referred to, harm the unity of the nation.

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