Disagreements: meaning, definitions and examples

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disagreements

 

[ ˌdɪsəˈɡriːmənts ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

cause of conflict

Disagreements are differences of opinion or disputes between people. They can arise from various reasons such as conflicting beliefs, values, or interests.

Synonyms

arguments, conflicts, disputes

Examples of usage

  • Despite their disagreements, they managed to find a compromise.
  • The disagreements between the two political parties led to a heated debate.
Context #2 | Noun

lack of consensus

Disagreements can also refer to a lack of consensus or unity on a particular issue or decision.

Synonyms

differences, divergences, variances

Examples of usage

  • There were disagreements among the team members on how to proceed with the project.
  • The disagreements within the committee delayed the final decision.

Translations

Translations of the word "disagreements" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desacordos

🇮🇳 असहमति

🇩🇪 Unstimmigkeiten

🇮🇩 ketidaksepakatan

🇺🇦 незгоди

🇵🇱 nieporozumienia

🇯🇵 不一致

🇫🇷 désaccords

🇪🇸 desacuerdos

🇹🇷 anlaşmazlıklar

🇰🇷 불일치

🇸🇦 خلافات

🇨🇿 neshody

🇸🇰 nesúhlasy

🇨🇳 分歧

🇸🇮 nesoglasja

🇮🇸 ágreiningar

🇰🇿 келіспеушіліктер

🇬🇪 განსხვავებები

🇦🇿 narazılıqlar

🇲🇽 desacuerdos

Etymology

The word 'disagreements' originates from the combination of the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'apart' or 'not' and 'agreement' which comes from the Latin word 'agreementum' meaning 'to come to terms'. The concept of disagreements has been present throughout history as conflicts and disputes are inherent to human interactions and relationships. Resolving disagreements often requires effective communication, compromise, and negotiation.

See also: disagreeability, disagreeing.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,597, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.