apart

a-part

adverb

At a distance from each other; separated in space.

"The two houses stood far apart."

adverb

Into separate pieces or components; disassembled.

"He took the old engine apart."

adverb

With the exception of; besides (often with 'from').

"Apart from the rain, it was a good day."

adverb

Separated by an interval of time.

"Their birthdays are only days apart."

adverb

Distinct or separate in nature; not to be confused.

"Her talent sets her apart from others."

Thesaurus

Synonyms: asunder, aside