CEFR B1

separation

noun

Meaning

The state of being apart or disconnected from something or someone.

Examples

The separation of the two countries led to a period of political instability.
After years of marriage, their separation was a difficult but necessary step.

Synonyms: break, parting, division, estrangement

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separation (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/

Definition

The state of being apart or disconnected from something or someone.

Examples

The separation of the two countries led to a period of political instability.
After years of marriage, their separation was a difficult but necessary step.
The physical separation of the components made them easier to transport.

How to Use separation

separation of (prepositional phrase): The act of dividing or the state of being divided from something. — "The separation of church and state is a key principle."
separation between (prepositional phrase): The distance or gap that exists between two things. — "The separation between the two islands is about 10 miles."

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