dissever
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /dɪˈsɛvər/
KK: /dɪˈsɛvər/
intransitive verb
Definition
To become separated or divided from something.
Example
The two friends decided to dissever their ties after the disagreement.
Tense Forms
Past: dissevered
Past Participle: dissevered
Conversation
Have you ever noticed how some friendships can dissever over time?
Yeah, it’s sad when that happens, especially with people you once felt close to.
I guess life just takes us in different directions, and we can dissever without even realizing it.
True, but it's also a chance to make new connections along the way.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
divide
split
detach
Antonyms
unite
join
connect
transitive verb
Definition
To divide something into parts or to separate it completely.
Example
The storm caused the tree to dissever from its roots.
Tense Forms
Past: dissevered
Past Participle: dissevered
Conversation
I think we should dissever our group project into smaller tasks.
That sounds like a good idea; it might make things easier for everyone.
Yeah, splitting it up should help us stay organized too.
Root Explanation
Dissever → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "severare" (meaning to sever or cut). The word describes the act of cutting something apart or separating it into pieces.
Memory Tip
Think of 'cutting apart' — 'dis-' means apart, and 'severare' means to cut. This helps you remember that dissever means to separate or cut into pieces.
Visually Confused Words
undissevered
assever