A deep divide is a term used to describe a wide gap between two sides, often in terms of opinion or beliefs. The term can be broken down into three parts: GULF (4 letters), CHASM (5 letters), and SCHISM (6 letters). A GULF is a large body of water that separates two land masses, while a CHASM is a deep, steep-sided opening in the earth's surface. A SCHISM is a split or division within a group, usually caused by disagreement. Together, these three words form the phrase 'deep divide, ' which describes a wide gap between two sides.