Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /dɪˈsɛvərmənt/
KK: /dɪˈsɛvərmənt/
Definition
The act of separating or dividing something into parts.
Example
The disseverment of the two countries led to many conflicts.
Conversation

I was reading about the concept of disseverment in relationships.

That sounds interesting! What does it mean exactly?

It refers to the act of separating or breaking apart, especially in emotional contexts.

Got it! It makes sense why that would be a tough topic to discuss.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
separation
division
detachment
Antonyms
union
connection
integration
Root Explanation
Disseverment → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "severare" (meaning to sever or cut). The word describes the act of cutting apart or separating something.
Memory Tip
Think of 'cutting apart' — 'dis-' means apart, and 'severare' means to cut. This helps you remember that 'disseverment' refers to the act of separating.
Visually Confused Words
dislevelment
dishevelment
dismemberment