Definition

The act of completely separating or ending a relationship, especially in a legal context.

Example

The divorcement process can be emotionally challenging for everyone involved.

Conversation

I heard that Sarah and Tom are facing a tough time in their relationship.

Yeah, I read that too; it seems like they might be heading towards a divorcement.

That's really sad, especially after all the time they spent together.

I know, but sometimes a complete separation is what people need to find happiness.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Divorcement is formed from "divorce" (from Old French *divorcer*, meaning to separate) and "-ment" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating an action or resulting state). The word refers to the state or action of being separated in a marital context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'divorce' as a separation and '-ment' indicating a state or action — so divorcement means the state of being separated.

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