demerge

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /dɪˈmɜːrdʒ/

KK: /dɪˈmɜrdʒ/

verb

Definition

To separate companies that were previously joined together; to undo a merger.

Example

The company decided to demerge its divisions to focus on their individual strengths.

Tense Forms

Past: demerged

Past Participle: demerged

Conversation

Did you hear that the company plans to demerge its divisions?

Really? I didn't think they'd go through with that.

Yeah, I guess they believe it will help them focus better.

That makes sense; sometimes separating can lead to more innovation.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

split

divide

detach

Antonyms

merge

combine

unite

Root Explanation

**Demerge** → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "merge" (from Latin *mergere*, meaning to dip or plunge). The word "demerge" means to separate or withdraw from a merged state, effectively pulling away from a combined entity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pulling away' ('de-') from something that has 'dipped' or 'plunged' together ('merge'). This helps you remember that 'demerge' means to separate from a merged state.

Visually Confused Words

emerge

remerge

deterge