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rift

 

[ rɪft ]

Context #1

geology

A crack, split, or break in something, especially a fault in the earth's crust.

Synonyms

crevice, fissure, split

Examples of usage

  • The earthquake caused a rift in the ground.
  • The continental drift theory explains how rifts can form.
Context #2

relationship

A serious break in friendly relations between individuals, groups, or countries.

Synonyms

disagreement, estrangement, falling out

Examples of usage

  • The argument led to a rift between the two friends.
  • There was a rift in the negotiations, causing a delay in the peace talks.
Context #3

relationship

To cause a serious break in friendly relations.

Synonyms

alienate, divide, separate

Examples of usage

  • His actions will rift the once strong bond between them.
  • The scandal rifted the community into factions.

Translations

Translations of the word "rift" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fenda

🇮🇳 दरार

🇩🇪 Riss

🇮🇩 retakan

🇺🇦 тріщина

🇵🇱 szczelina

🇯🇵 裂け目 (さけめ)

🇫🇷 fissure

🇪🇸 grieta

🇹🇷 çatlak

🇰🇷 균열

🇸🇦 صدع

🇨🇿 trhlina

🇸🇰 trhlina

🇨🇳 裂缝 (lièfèng)

🇸🇮 razpoka

🇮🇸 rifa

🇰🇿 жарық

🇬🇪 ბზარი

🇦🇿 çat

🇲🇽 grieta

Word origin

The word 'rift' originated from the Old Norse word 'ripta' meaning 'a breach'. It has been used in English since the 13th century. The term has been predominantly used in geology to describe cracks or splits in the earth's surface, as well as in relationships to signify a serious break or disagreement between individuals or groups.