cleave vs split

split vs cleave

cleave is not a noun while split is a noun.

cleave is not an adjective while split is an adjective.

cleave and split both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
cleave	No	No	Yes	No
split	Yes	Yes	Yes	No

As verbs, cleave and split are synonyms defined as:

cleave and split: separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument

Other synonyms of cleave include rive.

cleave (noun)	split (noun)
	division of a group into opposing factions
	the act of rending or ripping or splitting something
	extending the legs at right angles to the trunk (one in front and the other in back)
	an increase in the number of outstanding shares of a corporation without changing the shareholders' equity
	(tenpin bowling) a divided formation of pins left standing after the first bowl
	a dessert of sliced fruit and ice cream covered with whipped cream and cherries and nuts
	an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart
	a lengthwise crack in wood
	a promised or claimed share of loot or money
	a bottle containing half the usual amount

cleave (adjective)	split (adjective)
	(especially of wood) cut or ripped longitudinally with the grain
	having been divided; having the unity destroyed

cleave (verb)	split (verb)
separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument	come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
make by cutting into	separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument
come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation	go one's own way; move apart
	discontinue an association or relation; go different ways
	separate into parts or portions

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