fragmentation
noun/ˌfræɡmənˈteɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #10,279 most common English word
Meaning
the process of breaking something into small, disconnected pieces or parts.
Example sentence
The fragmentation of the political party into rival factions weakened its influence.
Synonyms & related words
- division
- splitting
- breakup
- disintegration
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