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SPLINTERING Synonyms

3 synonyms for splintering. (exact relations)
17 hypernyms for splintering. (close relations)

Best Synonyms for SPLINTERING

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sliver

noun

n

noun

• a small thin sharp bit of wood or glass or metal

• a thin fragment or slice (especially of wood) that has been shaved from something

verb

• divide into slivers or splinters

• break up into splinters or slivers

• form into slivers

secede

verb

v

verb

• withdraw from an organization or communion

break away

verb

v

verb

• move away or escape suddenly

• break off (a piece from a whole)

• interrupt a continued activity

• withdraw from an organization or communion

• flee; take to one's heels; cut and run

Best Hypernyms For SPLINTERING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for splintering, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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Phrases (3)

Alternatives for SLIVER

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