9
splitting(noun, verb, adjective, split, cracking)
8
ripping(noun, verb, split, splitting, halving)
7
slashing
7
vehement(adjective, distressing, disturbing, unbearable, excruciating)
6
fierce(adjective, distressing, disturbing, unbearable, excruciating)
6
rupturing(verb, ripping, halving)
6
severing(verb, ripping, halving)
5
violent(adjective, severe, distressing, disturbing, unbearable)
5
lachrymation
5
lacrimation
4
avulsion
4
laceration(noun, pain, wound, puncture)
4
rending(verb, halving)
4
slicing
4
watering
4
wrenching
3
agonizing(adjective, severe, shocking, distressing, upsetting)
3
bursting(cracking, ripping)
3
cleavage(noun, splitting, ripping)
3
cutting(verb, halving)
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