Cleave and Rive

Cleave verb - Separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument.

Rive is a synonym for cleave in divide topic. In some cases you can use "Rive" instead a verb "Cleave", when it comes to topics like split, sunder. archaic substitute

Nearby Words: cleavage, cleaver, cleaving

Rive verb - To cause (something) to separate into jagged pieces by violently pulling at it.

Cleave is a synonym for rive in tear topic. You can use "Cleave" instead a verb "Rive". popular alternative

Nearby Words: river, riven, Riva, riving