Synonyms of fragmentation

Noun


1. atomization, atomisation, fragmentation, division

usage: separating something into fine particles

2. fragmentation, decomposition, disintegration

usage: the disintegration of social norms governing behavior and thought and social relationships

3. fragmentation, storage

usage: (computer science) the condition of a file that is broken up and stored in many different locations on a magnetic disk; "fragmentation slows system performance because it takes extra time to locate and assemble the parts of the fragmented file"

4. fragmentation, explosion, detonation, blowup

usage: the scattering of bomb fragments after the bomb explodes

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Definition and meaning of fragmentation (Dictionary)