separation

[ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən]

separation Definition

  • 1the act or process of moving or being apart
  • 2the state of being apart
  • 3the termination of a marriage or relationship

Using separation: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "separation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The separation of the two countries was peaceful.

  • Example

    The separation of the twins was difficult for the parents.

  • Example

    The couple decided to get a legal separation before filing for divorce.

separation Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with separation

  • a period of time during which a couple live apart in order to decide whether to continue their marriage or relationship

    Example

    After years of fighting, they decided to try a trial separation to see if they could work things out.

  • a feeling of distress or panic experienced by a person or pet when separated from a loved one or familiar environment

    Example

    The dog had separation anxiety and would bark and whine whenever his owner left the house.

  • separation of powers

    the division of government responsibilities into distinct branches to limit any one branch from exercising the core functions of another

    Example

    The separation of powers is a fundamental principle of the United States government.

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Summary: separation in Brief

The term 'separation' [ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən] refers to the act or state of moving or being apart, as well as the termination of a marriage or relationship. Examples include 'The separation of the twins was difficult for the parents.' and 'The couple decided to get a legal separation before filing for divorce.' The phrase 'trial separation' denotes a period of time during which a couple live apart to decide whether to continue their relationship. 'Separation anxiety' is a feeling of distress or panic experienced by a person or pet when separated from a loved one or familiar environment.

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