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Riven

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

Definition

The word 'riven' means torn apart or split.

Synonyms & similar words

rive rend pull split cleave rip split shattered torn divided separated cracked fractured rent cleaved burst disintegrated broken ruptured demolished destroyed ripped damaged ruined wrecked

Example sentences

  1. The storm riven the old tree in our backyard.
  2. She found a riven toy on the floor.
  3. The riven bridge could no longer be crossed.
  4. The riven vase lay in pieces on the ground.
  5. The riven fabric was beyond repair.

Quotes

  • Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars. - Kahlil Gibran
  • Sometimes when things are falling apart, they may actually be falling into place. - J. Lynn
  • The wound is the place where the Light enters you. - Rumi

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