dividing
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈvaɪdɪŋ/
KK: /dɪˈvaɪdɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Relating to things that separate or split into parts.
Example
The dividing line between the two countries is heavily guarded.
Conversation
Did you see the new layout for the park?
Yeah, I think the dividing paths are a great idea.
They really help to separate the play areas from the quiet zones.
Exactly! It makes it more enjoyable for everyone.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
separating
partitioning
splitting
Antonyms
uniting
combining
joining
verb
Definition
To separate something into parts or groups.
Example
The teacher is dividing the students into small groups for the project.
Tense Forms
Past: divided
Past Participle: divided
Conversation
Have you thought about dividing the tasks for the project?
Yeah, I think that's a great idea to share the workload.
It would make things so much easier for both of us.
Root Explanation
Dividing → It is formed from "di-" (meaning apart) and "videre" (meaning to see or separate). The word describes the act of separating something into parts or sections.
Memory Tip
Think of 'apart' ('di-') and 'seeing' or 'separating' ('videre') to remember that dividing means to separate something into parts.
Visually Confused Words
undividing
subdividing
voiding
driving