Meaning

(transitive) To make unrelated; to sever a connection; to separate..

Definitions by Sense

1. (transitive) To make unrelated; to sever a connection; to separate.
2. (intransitive) To part; to stop associating.
3. (chemistry, transitive) To separate compounds into simpler component parts, usually by applying heat or through electrolysis.
4. (chemistry, intransitive) To undergo dissociation.
5. (psychology, intransitive) To undergo dissociation.

Example Sentences

A number of group members wish to dissociate themselves from the majority.

After the big fight, the gang totally dissociated from each other.

We dissociated the lead iodide into its elements by heating

Gerald checked himself into the hospital because he was dissociating.

Word Forms

• dissociates
• dissociating
• dissociated

Synonyms for dissociate

Antonyms for dissociate

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When Should You Use Dissociate?

Use dissociate when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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