interspace
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɪntərˌspeɪs/
KK: /ˈɪntərˌspeɪs/
noun
Definition
A space or gap that exists between two objects or areas.
Example
The interspace between the two buildings allowed for a small garden.
Conversation
Have you ever thought about the interspace between the stars?
Yeah, it’s fascinating how vast it is out there.
I wonder what it would be like to travel through that interspace.
It must feel so lonely and beautiful at the same time.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
gap
interval
void
Antonyms
continuity
connection
union
transitive verb
Definition
To create or fill a gap or space between two things.
Example
The artist decided to interspace the colors in her painting to create a more dynamic effect.
Tense Forms
Past: interspaced
Past Participle: interspaced
Conversation
Hey, did you see how they interspace the new buildings downtown?
Yeah, it really helps to make the area feel less crowded.
I think they should interspace more parks between them too.
Root Explanation
Interspace → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "spatium" (meaning space). The word describes the space that exists between two objects or areas.
Memory Tip
Think of 'between' ('inter-') and 'space' ('spatium') to remember that interspace refers to the area that exists in between.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.