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split vs Balkanize

Balkanize vs split

split is a noun but Balkanize is not a noun.

split is an adjective but Balkanize is not an adjective.

split and Balkanize both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
split Yes Yes Yes No
Balkanize No No Yes No
As verbs, Balkanize is a hyponym of split; that is, Balkanize is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than split:
  • split: separate into parts or portions
  • Balkanize: divide a territory into small, hostile states
split (noun) Balkanize (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
split (adjective) Balkanize (adjective)
(especially of wood) cut or ripped longitudinally with the grain
having been divided; having the unity destroyed
split (verb) Balkanize (verb)
come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure divide a territory into small, hostile states
separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument
go one's own way; move apart
discontinue an association or relation; go different ways
separate into parts or portions
Difference between split and Balkanize

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