splitting

verb
UK: /ˈsplɪtɪŋ/
US: /ˈsplɪtɪŋ/

  1. Present participle of split: dividing or separating into parts.

    1. He is splitting wood for the fireplace now.
    2. The splitting headache made it difficult to concentrate on the task.

  2. Dividing or sharing something, often money, between people.

    1. We are splitting the bill evenly after dinner.
    2. Splitting the profits fairly is crucial for successful partnerships.

  3. Breaking up or ending a relationship or group.

    1. They are splitting up after many years.
    2. Splitting the company could lead to a loss of synergy and innovation.

Synonyms

rift disagreement schism
splitting noun

  1. The act of dividing or separating something into parts.

    1. The splitting of the atom releases energy.
    2. Splitting of the class into smaller groups aided in the activity.

  2. A division or disagreement within a group or organization.

    1. There is a splitting in the party now.
    2. The splitting within the organization weakened their position at the meeting.
splitting adjective

  1. Used to describe something that causes a sharp, intense pain.

    1. I have a splitting headache today.
    2. The splitting pain in his leg made it hard to walk after practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "splitting" in English means: Present participle of split: dividing or separating into parts., Dividing or sharing something, often money, between people., Breaking up or ending a relationship or group..

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

Synonyms for "splitting": rift, disagreement, schism.

Example usage of "splitting": "He is splitting wood for the fireplace now.". More examples on the page.