Fractionate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈfrak-shə-ˌnāt/ frac·tion·ate

Meaning & Definition of Fractionate

Fractionate (verb)

  1. to separate (a mixture) into different portions especially by a fractional process
  2. to divide or break up

Fractionate (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in dissect, subdivide

    similar: bifurcate, bisect, cleave, dichotomize, dissect, fractionalize, halve, partition, quarter, segment, subdivide, trisect, break up, decouple, disassociate, disconnect, disjoin, disjoint, dissever, dissociate, disunite, divide, divorce, part, ramify, resolve, separate, sever, split, sunder, uncouple, unlink, unyoke, break down, decompose, disassemble, disintegrate, dissolve, fragment, fragmentate, fragmentize, break, fracture, pull, rend, rift, rip, rive, rupture, tear, cut off, insulate, isolate, seclude, segregate, sequester, detach, disengage, disentangle, unravel, untie
    opposite: assemble, associate, blend, combine, mingle, mix, connect, couple, accumulate, agglutinate, attach, bind, cement, close, fasten, fuse, knit, stick, weld, join, link, unify, unite

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Fractionate

The most common words with a similar meaning to Fractionate:

bifurcate, bisect, cleave, dichotomize, dissect, fractionalize, halve, partition, quarter, segment, subdivide, trisect, break up, decouple, disassociate, disconnect, disjoin, disjoint, dissever, dissociate, disunite, divide, divorce, part, ramify, resolve, separate, sever, split, sunder, uncouple, unlink, unyoke, break down, decompose, disassemble, disintegrate, dissolve, fragment, fragmentate

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Fractionate

Words with the opposite meaning of Fractionate:

assemble, associate, blend, combine, mingle, mix, connect, couple, accumulate, agglutinate, attach, bind, cement, close, fasten, fuse, knit, stick, weld, join, link, unify, unite

Word Forms of Fractionate

Inflections: fractionated, fractionating

Derived words: fractionation (noun), fractionator (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Fractionate

fraction + -ate:4

First known use: 1867

Frequently Asked Questions about Fractionate

What does "Fractionate" mean?

"Fractionate" means to separate (a mixture) into different portions especially by a fractional process. As a verb, it is defined as: to separate (a mixture) into different portions especially by a fractional process.

What is another word for "Fractionate"?

Other words for "Fractionate" include bifurcate, bisect, cleave, dichotomize, dissect, fractionalize, halve and partition. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Fractionate" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Fractionate"?

There are 61 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Fractionate". Common alternatives include bifurcate, bisect, cleave, dichotomize, dissect, fractionalize, halve, partition, quarter and segment.

What is the opposite of "Fractionate"?

Antonyms of "Fractionate" include assemble, associate, blend, combine, mingle, mix, connect and couple.

Is "Fractionate" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Fractionate" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Fractionate"?

"Fractionate" is pronounced /ˈfrak-shə-ˌnāt/ and divided into syllables as frac·tion·ate.

What is the origin of the word "Fractionate"?

"Fractionate" comes from fraction + -ate:4. First known use: 1867.

What is another word for "Fractionate" meaning "as in dissect, subdivide"?

When "Fractionate" (verb) means as in dissect, subdivide, synonyms include bifurcate, bisect, cleave, dichotomize, dissect and fractionalize. Opposites in this sense include assemble, associate, blend and combine.