BIFURCATIONS Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

bifurcations

noun

plural of bifurcation

as in divergences

a movement in different directions away from a common point a thoughtful book about the nation's bifurcation into two distinct and antagonistic cultures

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the act or process of a whole separating into two or more parts or pieces a divisive issue that caused the bifurcation of the political party

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Recent Examples of bifurcations Are these all mathematically proper bifurcations? — Gregory Barber, Quanta Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025

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Noun

All too often, voices raised in the name of superpatriotism denounce honest divergences as akin to treason.

— Ann Manov, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026
Amid these transatlantic divergences, Belarus has been increasingly tied to Russia’s war-making capacity.

— Tatsiana Kulakevich, The Conversation, 4 June 2026

Definition of divergences

Noun

Licensing calls for meticulous attention to ownership splits, territorial rights, and expiration dates.

— Faye Bradley, Variety, 2 July 2026
Benefits of ductless mini-split systems Ductless mini-splits have many benefits, especially for homeowners who want in-home cooling but don’t have traditional ductwork already installed.

— Alora Bopray, USA Today, 29 June 2026

Definition of splits

Noun

But that’s not the same as asserting that the physical differences between males and females invariably mean that men will invariably prevail over women in all competitions or that their participation will endanger women.

— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
Local analyses of districts throughout the state, such as Miami-Dade, document who uses vouchers, patterns of movement between public and private schools, and demographic differences.

— Kendall Deas, The Conversation, 6 July 2026

Definition of differences

Noun

Two further partitions followed in 1793 and 1795, and Poland would not return as an independent state until after World War I, at about one-third of its size before partition.

— David Armitage, Washington Post, 26 June 2026
The architect replaced rigid partitions with a curtain system to separate the bedroom, which then benefited from better airflow and light.

— Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 20 June 2026

Definition of partitions

Noun

The unrest comes after years of political divisions following the tenure of socialist President Evo Morales, whose Movement Toward Socialism (MAS) dominated Bolivian politics for nearly two decades.

— Armando Regil Velasco, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2026
This is consistent with moves the company has made in other divisions, including Chromebooks and the upcoming Googlebook range, which is expected in the Fall.

— Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Definition of divisions

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The former Arlington Seguin standout posted 96 tackles (60 solo), three pass breakups and tied for a team-high with five interceptions.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 July 2026
For an artist like Taylor Swift, who has built a $2 billion career out of musically documenting her romances and breakups, marrying Travis Kelce is almost certain to yield great songwriting material.

— Rebecca Keegan, NBC news, 3 July 2026

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