balkanized (Meaning)
balkanized
to break up (a region, a group, etc.) into smaller and often hostile units, divide, compartmentalize
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to break up (a region, a group, etc.) into smaller and often hostile units, divide, compartmentalize
split, fractionalized, divided,fractionated, disunited,,factious
unanimous, undivided,united,
The once-unified empire became balkanized into a patchwork of petty kingdoms.
The collapse of Yugoslavia led to a balkanization of the region, resulting in several new nations.
The disputed territory had become so balkanized that it was impossible to resolve ownership.
The company's decision to decentralize its operations led to a balkanization of its workforce.