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Asunder vs Separately - What's the difference?

asunder | separately |

As adverbs the difference between asunder and separately

is that asunder is into separate parts or pieces; apart while separately is in a separate manner; sunderling.

asunder

English

Alternative forms

* (obsolete)

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • Into separate parts or pieces; apart.
    • Lest anyone find her treasure, she tore the map asunder and cast its pieces into the wind.
    1985 , (Kate Bush), (Running Up That Hill)
    You don't want to hurt me, but see how deep the bullet lies. Unaware that I'm tearing you asunder . There is thunder in our hearts.

    See also

    * in twain

    separately

    English

    Adverb

    (-)
  • In a separate manner; sunderling.