1. A growing or intensifying division, disagreement, or separation between people, groups, or nations
The deepening rift between the two nations threatens regional stability.
A cisão cada vez mais profunda entre as duas nações ameaça a estabilidade regional.
2. An increasingly serious breach or separation in relationships or partnerships
There is a deepening rift in their marriage due to constant disagreements.
Há uma cisão cada vez mais profunda em seu casamento devido aos desentendimentos constantes.