Désaccord (en. Disagreement)

[dez-a-kor]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Conflict of opinions, feelings, or interpretations.
There is a disagreement among the team members about the strategy to adopt.
Il y a un désaccord entre les membres de l'équipe sur la stratégie à adopter.
State of non-agreement, incompatibility.
The disagreement persists despite several discussions.
Le désaccord persiste malgré plusieurs discussions.
Divergence between two or more parties.
This disagreement caused a break in their relationship.
Ce désaccord a provoqué une rupture dans leur relation.

Etymology

From the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'absence of' and 'agreement,' coming from the Latin 'accordare.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a disagreement
to be in disagreement with someone or something.
avoir un désaccord
to be in disagreement
to express a differing opinion.
être en désaccord
total disagreement
complete absence of agreement between the parties.
désaccord total

Related Words

agreement
State of harmony or consent among several parties.
accord
discord
Lack of harmony, conflict between people or ideas.
discorde
conflict
Situation of struggle or opposition between people or ideas.
conflit

Slang Meanings

A float
Between us, there’s a float on this subject.
Entre nous, c'est un flottement sur ce sujet.
A clash
There was a clash over our respective positions.
Il y a eu un clash sur nos positions respectives.