intransitive verb
Definition: To break apart or separate into two or more pieces.
Example: The earthquake caused the ground to rift, creating a large crack.
noun
Definition: A rift is a break or separation in a relationship, often causing disagreement or conflict. It can also refer to a narrow opening or crack in a surface, like rock.
Example: The argument created a rift between the two friends that took a long time to heal.
transitive verb
Definition: To cause something to split or break apart.
Example: The earthquake rifted the ground, creating a large crack.