Search Dictionary
Definition of dismemberment

dismemberment

/dɪsˈmɛmbərmənt/
dis · mem · ber · ment
Plural:dismemberments
JUMP TO:

dismemberment Lexical Profile

dismemberment Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The act of cutting, tearing, or pulling off the limbs of a body, or the state of having had one's limbs removed.

Example

"Standard workplace insurance policies often include coverage for accidental death and dismemberment."

2

The division or breaking up of a country, territory, empire, or organization into smaller, separate parts.

Example

"The treaty negotiated after the war led to the gradual dismemberment of the sprawling empire into several independent republics."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for dismemberment
Antonyms
View all antonyms for dismemberment

• Rhymes for dismemberment

• Nearby Words

dismayed
dismayingly
dismember
dismemberment
dismiss
dismissal
dismissible

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in late Middle English from the verb 'dismember' and the suffix '-ment', modeled on Old French 'desmembrement', which ultimately derives from Latin 'membrum' meaning 'limb'.

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dismemberment. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dismemberment
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.