bisected
Elementary (A2)
IPA: //baɪˈsɛktɪd//
KK: /baɪˈsɛktɪd/
adjective
Definition
Divided into two equal parts or sections.
Example
The bisected cake was easy to share among the guests.
Conversation
Did you see that cake? It was beautifully bisected in the middle.
Yeah, it looked amazing! I love when cakes are presented like that.
I agree, it makes them so much more inviting.
Definitely! I can't wait to try a piece.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
divided
split
halved
Antonyms
whole
unbroken
entire
verb
Definition
To divide something into two equal parts.
Example
The line bisected the circle perfectly in half.
Tense Forms
Past: bisected
Past Participle: bisected
Conversation
Did you see how they bisected the pizza into perfect slices?
Yeah, it made it so much easier to share with everyone!
Exactly! I wish I could bisect my homework assignments like that.
Root Explanation
Bisected → It is formed from "bi-" (meaning two) and "sect" (from Latin "secare", meaning to cut). The word "bisected" means to cut something into two parts.
Memory Tip
Think of cutting something into 'two' ('bi-') pieces — that's what bisected means.
Visually Confused Words
insected
trisected
dissected
biflected
isleted
bilsted