Divide

Synonyms of divide

• separate
• split
• partition

Antonyms of divide

• unite
• combine
• merge

Collocations of divide

divide and conquer

Frequency: 80 %

The army used the strategy of 'divide and conquer' to defeat their enemies.

divide and rule

Frequency: 70 %

The dictator employed the tactic of 'divide and rule' to maintain power.

great divide

Frequency: 65 %

There is a great divide between the rich and the poor in this country.

divide by two

Frequency: 50 %

To simplify the equation, divide by two on both sides.

divide evenly

Frequency: 45 %

Please divide the cake evenly among the children.

Idiomatic Expressions for divide

• Phrase: divide and rule
  Meaning: to gain or maintain power by creating division among people and making them compete against each other
  Usage: The dictator used the strategy of divide and rule to weaken the opposition.