Answer: dissociate

AnswerCrossword Clue
dissociateto separate from association or union with another also DISASSOCIATE
dissociateSplit off (a component of mental activity) to act as an independent part of mental life
dissociateBecome separated or disconnected
dissociateCause (a molecule) to split into separate smaller atoms, ions, or molecules, esp. reversibly
dissociate(of a molecule) Undergo this process
dissociateDeclare that one is not connected with or a supporter of (someone or something)
dissociateDisconnect or separate (used esp. in abstract contexts)