bifurcated

[bahy-fur-key-tid]

bifurcated Definition

• 1. divided into two branches or parts
• 2. forked
• 3. split

Using bifurcated: Examples

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

• Example

  The river bifurcated into two smaller streams.

• Example

  The road bifurcates at the next intersection.

• Example

  The company's strategy is bifurcated into two distinct approaches.

bifurcated Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bifurcated

• divided
• split
• branched
• forked
• bisected

Antonyms for bifurcated

• united
• combined
• merged

Phrases with bifurcated

• bifurcated trial

  a trial that is divided into two parts, each dealing with a different issue

  Example

  The judge ordered a bifurcated trial to address the liability and damages separately.

• bifurcated divorce

  a divorce that is split into two stages, one for the dissolution of the marriage and another for the resolution of other issues such as property division and child custody

  Example

  The couple opted for a bifurcated divorce to finalize their separation quickly.

• bifurcated market

  a market that is divided into two distinct segments, each with its own characteristics and demands

  Example

  The company's marketing team developed separate strategies for the bifurcated market to cater to the different customer needs.

Origins of bifurcated

from Medieval Latin 'bifurcatus', past participle of 'bifurcare', meaning 'to divide into two forks'

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Summary: bifurcated in Brief

'Bifurcated' [bahy-fur-key-tid] means divided into two branches or parts, often referring to physical objects like rivers or roads. It can also describe abstract concepts like strategies or trials. Examples include 'The river bifurcated into two smaller streams.' and 'The company's strategy is bifurcated into two distinct approaches.'