Disagreement: meaning, definitions and examples

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disagreement

 

[ หŒdษชs.ษ™หˆษกriห.mษ™nt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in communication

Disagreement is a lack of consensus or approval. It occurs when two or more parties have opposing opinions, beliefs, or points of view on a particular subject.

Synonyms

conflict, discord, dispute

Examples of usage

  • There was a disagreement between the team members regarding the project deadline.
  • The political leaders were unable to resolve their disagreement on the new policy.
Context #2 | Noun

in relationships

Disagreement can also refer to a quarrel or dispute between individuals or groups. It often involves emotional tension and can lead to strained relationships.

Synonyms

argument, clash, fight

Examples of usage

  • The couple had a disagreement over finances.
  • The disagreement between the neighbors escalated into a shouting match.
Context #3 | Noun

in legal matters

In legal contexts, disagreement may refer to a lack of agreement between parties involved in a legal dispute or case. It can result in the need for a formal resolution through legal proceedings.

Synonyms

contention, controversy, dispute

Examples of usage

  • The disagreement between the plaintiff and the defendant led to a lengthy court battle.
  • The lawyers attempted to mediate the disagreement before going to trial.

Translations

Translations of the word "disagreement" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น desacordo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคธเคนเคฎเคคเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Meinungsverschiedenheit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ perselisihan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะตะทะณะพะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ niezgoda

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธไธ€่‡ด (fuichi)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dรฉsaccord

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ desacuerdo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท anlaลŸmazlฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถˆ์ผ์น˜ (bulilchi)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎู„ุงู (khilaf)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nesouhlas

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nesรบhlas

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ†ๆญง (fฤ“nqรญ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nesoglasje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รณsamkomulag

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะตะปั–ัะฟะตัƒัˆั–ะปั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒœแƒกแƒฎแƒ•แƒแƒ•แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ (ganskhvaveba)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ narazฤฑlฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ desacuerdo

Etymology

The word 'disagreement' has its origins in the Old French word 'desagrement', which means 'displeasure' or 'discomfort'. Over time, 'disagreement' evolved to signify a lack of consensus or approval. The concept of disagreement has been prevalent in human interactions throughout history, often leading to conflicts and disputes that require resolution. Understanding how to navigate disagreements and find common ground is essential for effective communication and relationship building.

See also: agree, agreeable, agreeableness, agreeably, agreed, agreeing, agreement, agreements, disagree, disagreeable, disagreeableness, disagreeably, disagreed.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,132 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.