🧩fragmentation

noun
ˌfræɡ.mənˈteɪ.ʃən

Meaning

The process or state of breaking or being broken into fragments.
The process or state of breaking or being broken into fragments; division into parts.
The breaking down of something into smaller, separate parts.

Example Sentences

Habitat fragmentation threatens many species.

The fragmentation of data slowed down the process.

Fragmentation of work can reduce efficiency.

Synonyms

division, splitting, disintegration, separation
Entry 1
division, splitting, disintegration
Entry 2
division, disintegration, separation, splitting
Entry 3
division, splitting, disintegration

Antonyms

unification, connection, wholeness, unity, cohesion, integration, continuity
Entry 1
unification, connection, wholeness
Entry 2
unity, cohesion, integration, wholeness
Entry 3
unification, continuity, cohesion

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