divorce
Translation
divorce, separation, split
Examples
They are getting a divorce.
They are getting a divorce.
The divorce was a difficult time.
The divorce was a difficult time.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) divorce a legal process to end a marriage They are getting a divorce.
Similar Words
Synonyms: separation, split, breakup; Antonyms: marriage, union
Etymology
From Latin 'divertere' (to turn in different ways), from 'di-' (apart) + 'vertere' (to turn).
Memory Tips
Think of a road that 'di'verges or turns into two separate paths.