rift

noun
UK: /rɪft/
US: /rɪft/

  1. A crack or split, especially in rock or the ground.

    1. There is a rift in the rock.
    2. The earthquake created a huge rift across the field, impossible to cross it.

  2. A serious disagreement that separates people or groups.

    1. A rift appeared between them.
    2. The political rift within the party deepened after the controversial decision.

Synonyms

cleft cleavage rupture schism division split break fracture breach
rift verb

  1. To form fissures or cracks, especially as a result of geological activity or disagreement.

    1. The ground began to rift.
    2. Relationships can rift under pressure if communication breaks down.

  2. To cause a split or break in a relationship or situation.

    1. The scandal rifted the community.
    2. Misunderstandings can rift even the strongest friendships, if not addressed.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "rift" in English means: A crack or split, especially in rock or the ground., A serious disagreement that separates people or groups..

The phonetic transcription of "rift" is /rɪft/ in British English and /rɪft/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "rift": cleft, cleavage, rupture, schism, division, split, break, fracture, breach.

Example usage of "rift": "There is a rift in the rock.". More examples on the page.