The Opposite(Antonym) of “overlapped”
The antonyms of overlapped are separate, disjoin, and disconnect. These words convey the opposite meaning of overlapped, which means to cover or extend over part of something.
Explore all Antonyms of “overlapped”
Definitions and Examples of separate, disjoin, disconnect
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To set apart or keep apart; divide or detach from others.
Example
The teacher asked the students to separate into groups for the project.
To separate or disconnect; break the connection between two things.
Example
The plumber had to disjoin the pipes to fix the leak.
To break the connection or communication between two things or people.
Example
I had to disconnect the phone line to fix the internet connection.
Key Differences: separate vs disjoin vs disconnect
- 1Separate implies a physical or conceptual division between two or more things.
- 2Disjoin suggests a separation that involves breaking a connection or link between two things.
- 3Disconnect refers to a complete break in communication or connection between two things or people.
Effective Usage of separate, disjoin, disconnect
- 1Spatial Relationships: Use separate to describe physical distance or separation between objects or people.
- 2Technical Language: Use disjoin when referring to technical processes or procedures that involve separating parts.
- 3Technology and Communication: Use disconnect when referring to technology or communication issues that involve a loss of connection or communication.
Remember this!
The antonyms of overlapped are separate, disjoin, and disconnect. These words convey different nuances of separation, including physical distance, breaking a connection, and complete disconnection. Use these words to describe spatial relationships, technical processes, and technology or communication issues.
