noun
- a crack, split, or break in something
- a serious disagreement that divides people
verb
- to split or crack something
Examples
- The earthquake created a deep rift in the ground.
- There’s a growing rift between the two political parties.
- The family rift began over money issues.
- Ice began to rift along the frozen lake.
- A rift in the rock face allowed water to seep through.
- The scandal caused a rift in their friendship.
- Strong winds can rift the sail if it’s not properly secured.