Meaning & Definition of word "Disagreement"

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    Disagreement

    /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːmənt/

    noun:

    • 1. a dispute or quarrel.
      • Example: The disagreement over the budget led to delays in the project.
    • 2. a lack of consensus.
      • Example: The team reached a point of disagreement regarding the best approach to the problem.
    • 3. a failure to agree or a difference of opinion.
      • Example: There was a disagreement between the two parties about the terms of the contract.
    • 4. the state of being in conflict or opposition.
      • Example: Their disagreement escalated into a heated argument.
    • 5. the express or implied expression of dissent.
      • Example: The council's decision was made despite some disagreement among its members.

    Etymology

    Derived from the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'apart' and 'agreement' meaning 'concurrence or harmony.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    agree to disagree:

    To accept that differences of opinion exist without trying to resolve them.

    had a falling out:

    To have a disagreement that results in a rupture of a relationship.

    see things differently:

    To have differing opinions or perspectives.

    Related Words

    agreement:

    A consensus or harmony on an issue.

    dissent:

    The expression of a differing opinion.

    conflict:

    A serious disagreement or argument.

    Slang Meanings of disagreement

    Meaning: Beef

    Example Sentence: They have some beef over the project decisions.

    Meaning: Throw shade

    Example Sentence: She was throwing shade after the disagreement at the meeting.